HG281 HSG1040
User’s Manual Before operating the monitor, please read this manual thoroughly. This manual should be retained for future reference. FCC Class B Radio Frequency Interference Statement 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.
User’s Manual Congratulations! The product you have just purchased carries the TCO’06 Media Displays label. This means that your display is designed and manufactured according to some of the strictest performance and environmental criteria in the world. The manufacturer of this display has selected it to be certified to TCO’06 Media Displays as a sign of usability, high performance and reduced impact on the natural environment.
User’s Manual Recycling Information We, the Hanns.G 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. On the contrary, other material can be classified to hazardous and poisoned substances.
User’s Manual TABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETY NOTICE ......................................................................................................6 PRECAUTIONS.....................................................................................................6 SPECIAL NOTES ON LCD MONITORS ..........................................................7 BEFORE OPERATING THE MONITOR ...............................................................8 FEATURES.......................................................
User’s Manual 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. 3. The manufacturer is not responsible for any radio or TV interference caused by unauthorized modification to this equipment. It is the responsibilities of the user to correct such interference.
User’s Manual 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 LCD screen has effective pixels of 99.99% or more. It may include blemishes of 0.
User’s Manual BEFORE OPERATING THE MONITOR FEATURES • • • • • • 28” Wide screen TFT Color LCD Monitor Crisp, Clear Display for Windows Recommended Resolutions: 1920 X 1200@60Hz EPA ENERGY STAR® 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 Power Cord VGA Cable Audio Cable HDMI to DVI-D Cable (Optional) D-sub to YPbPr Cable (Optional) 3.
User’s Manual INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS INSTALL REMOVE Figure.1. Installing and Removing the Base INSTALLATION: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Turn the monitor over and set it upside down. Align the monitor to the slots on the stand. Please note that the longer edge of the stand should be facing forward. Securely mount the monitor onto the stand using the supplied screws and Allen key. Check the underside of the stand to ensure that the monitor has been firmly installed to the stand and that the screws do not loosen.
User’s Manual 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 to DVI-D cable (Dual input mode optional) to the back of the monitor and connect the other end to the computer’s DVI-D port. 3. Connect the audio cable between the monitor's audio input and the PC's audio output (green port). 4.
User’s Manual CONNECTING TO A A/V DEVICE: Connect A/V devices via the D-sub and Audio Line in connectors at the back of the monitor. 1. Connect one end of the D-Sub cable to the back of the monitor and connect the other end to the D-sub to YPbPr adapter cable. 2. Connect the Y (green) connector on the D-sub to YPbPr adapter cable to the Y output connector on the A/V device. 3. Connect the Pb (blue) connector on the D-sub to YPbPr adapter cable to the Pb/Cb output connector on the A/V device. 4.
User’s Manual 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. • You may adjust the monitor for a viewing angle of 0° to 20° vertically and 0° to 30°horizontally. Figure.4. Monitor Angle NOTES: • Do not touch the LCD screen when you change the angle. It may cause damage or break the LCD screen.
User’s Manual 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 5). By changing these settings, the picture can be adjusted to your personal preference. • The power cord should be connected. • Connect the Signal cable from the monitor to the VGA card. • Press the power button to turn on the monitor. The power indicator will light up. Figure.5.
User’s Manual 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. Exit OSD menu when in volume OSD status. • Adjust ▲▼: 1. Adjust Brightness and volume when the OSD is off. 2. Navigate through adjustment icons when OSD is ON or adjust a function when function is activated. • i Button: 1.
User’s Manual HOW TO ADJUST A SETTINGS BRIGHTNESS/CONTRAST BRIGHTNESS Adjust the brightness value of the display according to your preference. Select「BRIGHTNESS」option to adjust the brightness value. CONTRAST Adjust the contrast value of the display according to your preference. Select「CONTRAST」option to adjust the contrast value. X-CONTRAST Optimal setting for high contrast images or videos.
User’s Manual H-POSITION Select the 「H-POSITION」option to shift the screen image to the left or right. Enter the option and adjust the level. [For VGA only] V-POSITION Select the 「V-POSITION」option to shift the screen image up or down. Enter the option and adjust the level. [For VGA only] CLOCK Select the 「CLOCK」option to reduce the vertical flicker of characters on the screen. Enter the option and adjust the level.
User’s Manual SYSTEM AUDIO INPUT While transferring via the HDMI port, it is recommended to set AUDIO INPUT to HDMI; if no sound is outputted, it is recommended 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. [For HDMI Input only] VOLUME Select the 「VOLUME」option to change the volume level. Enter the option and adjust the level. MUTE Select the「MUTE」option to switch the function On or Off.
User’s Manual 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. The DDC2B is a bidirectional data channel based on the I²C protocol. The host can request EDID information over the DDC2B channel.
User’s Manual TECHNICAL SUPPORT (FAQ) Q & A FOR GENERAL PROBLEMS PROBLEM & QUESTION POSSIBLE SOLUTION Power LED is not on *Check if the Power Switch is in the ON position *Power Cord should be connected No Plug & Play *Check if the PC system is Plug & Play compatible *Check if the Video Card is Plug & Play compatible *Check if any plug pins on the VGA or HDMI connector are bent The display is too dark or too bright. *Adjust the Contrast and Brightness Controls.
User’s Manual No sound is outputted from monitor’s built-in speaker *Make sure PC audio output cable is connected to screen＇s 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 on. *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 LINE IN port(or AUDIO IN port).
User’s Manual 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.
User’s Manual APPENDIX SPECIFICATIONS LCD Panel Video Driving system TFT Color LCD Size 28” (27.5" viewable) Pixel pitch 0.309mm(H) x 0.309mm(V) H-Frequency 24KHz – 80KHz V-Frequency 56Hz– 75Hz Display Colors 16.7M Colors Max. Resolution WUXGA 1920 x 1200 @60Hz Plug & Play VESA DDC2BTM EPA ENERGY STAR ® ON Mode ≤64.5W Power Saving Mode ≤2W OFF Mode ≤1W Audio output Rated Power 2.5 W rms (Per channel) Input Terminal VGA HDMI (support DVI-D signal) Maximum Screen Size Hor.
