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CANADA This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment Regulation. Trademark Notice: Hannspree products incorporate High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI ) technology. HDMI, the HDMI Logo, and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC in the United States and other countries.
RECYCLING INFORMATION We, the Hannspree care very much about our environment protection strategy and firmly believe that it helps us have healthier earth via appropriate treatment and recycling of industrial technology devices at the end-of-life. These devices contain recyclable materials, which can be re-decomposed and re-integrated into brand-new marvels.
TABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETY NOTICE ......................5 PRECAUTIONS.....................5 SPECIAL NOTES ON LCD MONITORS ............6 PREFACE .......................7 BEFORE OPERATING THE MONITOR ...............8 FEATURES......................8 CHECKING THE CONTENTS OF THE PACKAGE ........8 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS ..............9 POWER........................9 MAKING CONNECTIONS................10 ADJUSTING THE VIEWING ANGLE.............12 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS ................13 GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS................13 FRONT PANEL CONTROL ................14 HOW TO ADJUST A SETTINGS ..............15...
SAFETY NOTICE 1. The changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment. 2. Shielded interface cables and AC power cord, if any, must be used in order to comply with the emission limits.
SPECIAL NOTES ON LCD MONITORS The following symptoms are normal with LCD monitor and do not indicate a problem. Due to the nature of the fluorescent light, the screen may flicker during initial use. Turn off the • Power Switch and then turn it on again to make sure the flicker disappears. You may find slightly uneven brightness on the screen depending on the desktop pattern you use.
The information in this manual is subject to change without notice. To the extent allowed by applicable law, Hannspree, Inc. (“Hannspree”) shall not be liable for direct, indirect, special, exemplary, incidental or consequential damages arising from any defect or omission...
BEFORE OPERATING THE MONITOR FEATURES 28” Wide screen TFT Color LCD Monitor • Crisp, Clear Display for Windows • Recommended Resolutions: 1920 X 1200@60Hz • Ergonomic Design • Space Saving, Compact Case Design • CHECKING THE CONTENTS OF THE PACKAGE The product package should include the following items: LCD Monitor Cables and User manual...
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS INSTALL REMOVE Figure.1. Installing and Removing the Base INSTALLATION: 1. Turn the monitor over and set it upside down. 2. Align the monitor to the slots on the stand. 3. Please note that the longer edge of the stand should be facing forward. 4.
MAKING CONNECTIONS CONNECTING TO A PC Turn off your computer before performing the procedure below. 1. Connect one end of the D-Sub cable to the back of the monitor and connect the other end to the computer’s D-Sub port. 2. Connect one end of the HDMI cable (Dual input mode optional) to the back of the monitor and connect the other end to the computer’s HDMI port.
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CONNECTING TO A A/V DEVICE: Figure 3: Connecting A/V Devices...
ADJUSTING THE VIEWING ANGLE For optimal viewing it is recommended to look at the full face of the monitor, and then adjust the • monitor’s angle to your own preference. Hold the stand so you do not topple the monitor when you change the monitor’s angle. •...
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS Press the power button to turn the monitor on or off. The other control buttons are located on the front panel of the monitor (See Figure 4). By changing these settings, the picture can be adjusted to your personal preference.
FRONT PANEL CONTROL Power Button: • Press this button to switch ON/OFF monitor’s power. Power Indicator: • Blue — Power On mode. Orange — Power Saving mode. MENU / RETURN: • 1. Turn the OSD menu on/off or return to the previous menu. 2.
HOW TO ADJUST A SETTINGS BRIGHTNESS/CONTRAST Adjust the brightness value of the display according to your preference. BRIGHTNESS Select「BRIGHTNESS」option to adjust the brightness value. Adjust the contrast value of the display according to your preference. CONTRAST Select「CONTRAST」option to adjust the contrast value. Optimal setting for high contrast images or videos.
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From the 「INPUT SETTING」 menu, select the「AUTO SEARCH」 AUTO SEARCH option to activate or deactivate the automatic signal search function. COLOR SETTING WARM Adjust the color temperature value of the display according to your NATURE preference: WARM /NATURE/ COOL. COOL Move the cursor to the User option and select it, To adjust the red, enter the「R」option and adjust the level.
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Select the 「H-POSITION」 option to shift the screen image to the left or H-POSITION right. Enter the option and adjust the level. [For D-sub only] Select the 「V-POSITION」 option to shift the screen image up or down. V-POSITION Enter the option and adjust the level. [For D-sub only] Select the 「CLOCK」option to reduce the vertical flicker of characters CLOCK on the screen.
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OSD SETTING Select 「LANGUAGE」 option to change the language of the OSD. Enter the option and select a language. (Reference only, the OSD LANGUAGE Language depends on the selected model) Select 「H-POSITION」option to adjust the horizontal position of the H-POSITION OSD.
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SYSTEM While transferring via the HDMI port, it is recommended to set AUDIO INPUT to HDMI; if no sound is outputted, it is recommended AUDIO INPUT to select AUDIO INPUT as PC, and make sure the PC audio output cable is connected to monitor’s LINE IN (or AUDIO IN) port. Select the 「VOLUME」option to change the volume level.
PLUG AND PLAY Plug & Play DDC2B Feature This monitor is equipped with VESA DDC2B capabilities according to the VESA DDC STANDARD. It allows the monitor to inform the host system of its identity and, depending on the level of DDC used, communicate additional information about its display capabilities.
TECHNICAL SUPPORT (FAQ) Q & A FOR GENERAL PROBLEMS PROBLEM & QUESTION POSSIBLE SOLUTION *Check if the Power Switch is in the ON position Power LED is not on *Power Cord should be connected *Check if the PC system is Plug & Play compatible *Check if the Video Card is Plug &...
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No sound is outputted from *Make sure PC audio output cable is connected to screen's monitor’s built-in speaker LINE IN port (or AUDIO IN port). *Make sure the sound volume adjustment can be clearly identified. *Make sure the System > Silence option in the monitor menu is *While transferring via HDMI port but no sound is outputted, it is recommended to select AUDIO INPUT as a PC option, and make sure PC audio output cable is connected to monitor's...
ERROR MESSAGE & POSSIBLE SOLUTIONS CABLE NOT CONNECTED: 1. Check that the signal-cable is properly connected, if the connector is loose, tighten the connector’s screws. 2. Check the signal-cable’s connection pins for damage. INPUT NOT SUPPORT: Your computer has been set to unsuitable display mode, set the computer to display mode given in the following table.
Weight (NW) 10.8kg The above specification is subject to actual panel specification and is subject to change without prior notice. NOTES: Maximum Resolution is dependant on the support of your computer system and video card. Please see http://www.hannspree.com for more information.
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