COOLHOOD GS173DM2 17.3 Inch 2K Portable Monitor User Manual
- June 12, 2024
- COOLHOOD
Table of Contents
- COOLHOOD GS173DM2 17.3 Inch 2K Portable Monitor
- Product Information
- Product Usage Instructions
- HOLD WAY
- Function of main accessories
- Interface function introduction
- Product Parameters
- OSD Menu introduction
- Function introduction
- FAQ and Solution
- Warranty Card
- Read User Manual Online (PDF format)
- Download This Manual (PDF format)
COOLHOOD GS173DM2 17.3 Inch 2K Portable Monitor
Product Information
- Product: Portable Monitor
- Model: GS173DM2
- Size: 17.3 inches
Product Usage Instructions
- Before using the device, carefully read the user manual provided in the product packaging.
- Ensure all cables are properly connected and the power cord is not damaged. If the power cord is damaged, contact the professional After-Service Team immediately.
- Avoid placing the monitor in humid or extreme conditions to prevent electric shock or fire.
- Place the device on a stable surface during use to avoid dust, moisture, and extreme temperatures.
- Avoid inserting objects or splashing liquids into the openings of the device casing.
- Use the power cord provided with the machine. If you use a different power cord or if the provided power cord is damaged, contact the professional After-Service Team immediately.
- Use a PD 20W Adapter or a Mobile Phone Charger/Power Bank that meets the power supply demand to provide power for the display. Contact the professional After-Service Team if unsure about compatible power supply types.
- Do not attempt to open the rear case of the device as there are no user-serviceable parts inside. Contact the professional After-Service Team if any abnormalities occur.
- Avoid placing the monitor on a sloping table without security measures to prevent personal injury.
- Avoid dropping or throwing objects onto the screen to prevent personal injury and damage to the product and screen.
- When holding the monitor, take care due to its slim design. Hold the bottom part of the monitor.
- Do not rub the screen with a hard object to prevent scratching or permanent damage.
- Avoid pressing the screen with fingers for a long time to prevent screen smearing and damage.
- Red, green, and blue pixel defects may appear on the screen, but they do not affect the display function.
- Place the power cord in an easy-to-operate location as it is the main isolation device.
- Use the recommended resolution for best results. Using resolutions other than the recommended may result in screen abnormalities, although this is a feature of an LCD panel with a fixed resolution.
In order to ensure your safe use of this product, please read this manual carefully before using this product and keep it properly.
WARNING
Please read the user manual in the product packaging carefully before using
the device. This product has been designed with personal considerations in
mind, but incorrect use may cause electric shock and fire. To avoid damaging
the safety parts inside the machine, please observe the following rules during
the installation, use and repairing:
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To prevent from fire disaster or electronic shock, please do not put the monitor in humidity or even in a worse condition;
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Before using the device, make sure all cables are connected properly and the power cord is not damaged, if there is any damage, please contact us immediately
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To avoid dust, moisture and extreme temperatures, please Don’t place the device in any Damp area.
Please place the device on a stable surface when in use; -
Don’t put any object or splash any liquid into the openings of the device casing;
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Please use the power cord provided with the machine, and if you use other power cord, which is notprovided by the Seller, or the power cord with the device is damaged, please contact our professionl After-Service Team immediately we will provide you the best solution in 12 hours; This Tip is very Important when you use the Monitor.
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Please use PD 20W Adapter to supply power for the display. The Mobile Phone Charger and Power Bank that meet power supply demand can also supply power for the display. If you are not sure thepower supply types, please contact our professionl After-Service Team immediately, we will provide you the best solution in 12 hours;
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Do not attempt to open the rear case of the device. There are no spare parts in the device that the customers can use to repair. If any abnormality occurs, please contact our professional After-Service Team immediately, we will provide you the best solution in 12 hours;
To avoid Personal injury, please observe the following rules:
- Do not place the monitor on a sloping table unless there are security measures;
- Do not drop or throw objects or toys onto the screen, because it will result in personal injury, product and the screen damage;
To prevent other injuries, please observe the following rules:
- Please turn off the monitor when you leave for a long time;
- Do not allow Children to throw or insert objects into the monitor;
- Do not install spare parts that are not specifically designed for this device;
- Please Unplug the power cord when the device is unattended for a long time.
- Do not touch the power cord or signal cable when lightning strikes, otherwise it may cause electric shock;
- Do not let any object compress or wrap the power cord;
- Do not place the monitor where the power cord can be easily damaged.
To prevent the machine damage, the following situations should be avoided:
- Place the monitor where it is easy to fall;
- Place the display near a radiator or heat source;
- Do not rub the screen with a hard object as it will scratch or permanently damage the screen.
- Do not use your fingers to press the screen for a long time, otherwise it will produce screen smear, and even a screen damage.
- Red, green, and blue pixel defects may appear on the screen, but it does not affect the display function.
- The power cord is the main isolation device and must be put in an Easy-to-operate place.
- If possible, try to use the recommended resolution for best results. Because if you use other resolution other than the recommended resolution,a screen abnormality may occur. But this is a feature of a LCD panel with the fixed resolution.
- A still picture on the screen for a long time will cause damage to the screen and produce afterimages. Please make sure to use the screen saver, the afterimage and related issues are not covered in the scope of the product repair warranty.
- If you encounter any technical problems while using this device, please contact our professionl After-Service Team immediately on Page 15, we will provide you the best solution in 12 Hours
HOLD WAY
- Slim Monitor Design, please Take Care when Holdling.
- The following is the Error Holding method:
Function of main accessories
If there are any missing parts, please contact us and we will resend to you soon.
Interface function introduction
- Audio Output: 3.5mm audio output. Connect external speakers, headphones or digital audio.
- Scroll wheel: Scroll up the wheel, “Brightness” will show up and then scroll up and down to increase or decrease the Brightness. Scroll down the wheel, “Volume” will show up and then scroll up and down to increase or decrease the Volume. Press the wheel, “Menu” will show up.
- Exit/Power: Press once for exit current menu setting; press for 3 seconds for turn on or turn off the monitor.
- Mini HDMI: Video signal transmission.
- Type C1: Power/signal transmission from thunderbolt3 PC or USB3.1 phone.
- Type C2: Power/signal transmission from thunderbolt3 PC or USB3.1 phone.
- Dual Speakers: Built-in two speakers, it can offer three-dimensional sound.
- VESA Installation: Built-in VESA (75x75mm), can be mounted on the wall or desktop. The top two holes are also used to fix the protective case.
Product Parameters
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Model GS173DM2
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Panel Type IPS Screen
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Screen Size 17.3Inch
Aspect Ratio 16:9 -
Resolution 2560×1440
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Visual Angle 178°
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Contrast Ratio 2000:1
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Brightness 450 cd/m2
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Built-in Speakers 8Ω/1W×2
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Input Interface Mini HDMI (signal transmission), 2*USB Type C ( both can be used for signal transmission and power supply )
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Output Interface 3.5mm headphone interface
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Refresh Rate 60 Hz
Installing the stand case
- Step1: Place the protective case as show above. Part 1 will be fixed to the back of the monitor using two screws.
- Step2: Place the monitor as shown above, part “1”can be sticky.
- Step3: Tighten the two screws to secure the protective leather case
- Step4: Fold 2 over 1.
- Step5: Stand up the monitor and adjust the angle
OSD Menu introduction
ON-SCREEN DISPLAY MENU INTRODUCTION
- BRIGHTNESS: Range from 0-100
- CONTRAST: Range from 0-100
- BLACK-LEVEL: Range from 0-100
- ECO: Choose from STANDARD, RTS, FPS, TEXT, MOIVE, GAME DCR: OFF OR ON
- LANGUAGE: ENGLISH, FRANÇAIS, DEUTSCH, 简体中文, ITALIANO, ESPAÑOL, PORTUGUÊS, TURKCE, POLSKI, NEDERLANDS, 日本語, 한국
- OSD H. POS.: 0-100
- OSD V. POS.: 0-100
- TIMEOUT: Ranage from 10-60
- TRANSPARENCY: Range from 0-100
- ASPECT: WIDE OR 4:3
- RESET: To reset all the settings to the default HDR MODE: OFF, 2084 OR AUTO
- COLOR TEMP.: USER, WARM, COOL
- RED: Range from 0-100
- GREEN: Range from 0-100
- BLUE: Range from 0-100
- Please note: only under “USER” mode, you can set the “RED”, “GREEN” OR BLUE.
- SOURCE: HDMI, TYPE-C1 OR TYPE-C2 LOW BLUE LIGHT: 0-100
- VOLUME: 0-100
- FREESYNC: OFF OR ON
Function introduction
- Connect to computer with Type-C interface which supports Thunderbolt3 interface
PC which supports Thunderbolts 3:
Macbook 12″、Macbook 13″ 2017、MacbookPro 2016/2017/2018、New Macbook Air
2018、iPad Pro 2018 ChromeBook、 Pixels、PielBook Pen、MagicBook、YogoC930、Yogo 5
Pro、Yogo 6 Pro、ThinkPad XI Carbon2017、Miix 720、 Legion
Y7000/Y7000P/Y7000K、XPS13、XPS15、G3/G5/G7、Inspiron 5000/7000、
Pavilion X2、EliteBook Folio G1、EliteBook 1050、G1 Microsoft Surface
Book2、Matebook D、Matebook X、 Matebook X Pro、Matebook E、Matebook 13 、
Continuous update…
Note: Please check the Type C port of your PC/Laptop whether supports audio and video signal transmission(Thunderbolt3 ). If it is just a Type C for charging, you need a adapter “Type C to HDMI ” for signal transmission.
- External power is required if power is insufficient it requires PD 20W or above.
- Please use original cable and PD 20W or above adapter.
- When “No signal”or “Power saving mode”appears, please change the type-c cable head to another side and connect to monitor again.
Connect mobile phone supporting USB3.1 Protocol with Type-C output function
Mobile Phone which supports USB 3.1:
S8、S8+、S9、S9+、S10、S10+、S10e、Note8、Note9、Mate10、Mate10 Pro、Mate20、Mate20
Pro、Mate 20X、 Mate P20、Mate P20 Pro、HonorNot10、Mate P30、Mate P30 Pro、
Continuous update…
Note: Please check the Type C port of your Mobile Phone whether supports audio and video signal transmission( USB 3.1 ). If NOT SUPPORTS, it is just a Type C for charging, You need a adapter “I-O-S/Android to HDTV cable” for signal transmission.
- External power is required if power is insufficient it requires PD 20W or above.
- Please use original cable and PD 20W or above adapter.
- When “No signal”or “Power saving mode”appears, please change the type-c cable head to another side and connect to monitor again.
- Connect to Nintendo Switch (connected to Gaming Devices without touch function)
- Connect to computer with HDMI interface Video/Audio signal
The monitor has a Mini HDMI interface and is compatible with most HDMI devices and we one Standard HDMI to Mini HDMI cable. When connecting a computer to the Mini HDMI interface, you need to connect the Mini HDMI firstly, and then connect the USB to Type-C cable (some computer USB ports may suffer from a power shortage and require an external power supply).
Note:
- External power is required if power is insufficient it requires PD 20W or above.
- When connecting to HDMI device, you need to connect the HDMI cable firstly, and then connect the USB to Type-C cable.
Connect more HDMI devices
Operation Notes:
- Please operate the display by using the original accessories in the package.
- When an external HDMI cable is connected, please connect the power supply firstly, and then connect HDMI to ensure the signal transmitted smoothly.
- When the single-line connection to the Type-C interface, the screen will flash, and under voltage will result in Black screen, so please make sure to connect the PD 20W power supply.
- When connected with a Windows 10 system computer, if the screen displays abnormally, please turn off HDR in the computer system settings or open HDR in the monitor menu.
FAQ and Solution
Q: Does this display feature touch function?
A: No, this 17.3” portable monitor doesn’t support touch.
Q: Can iPhone and iPad be directly connected to the display?
A: No, you need to purchase and use a lightning to hdmi adapter.
Q: My phone is a Google brand, but I cannot connect it directly to the
display?
A: Some Google phones cannot be connected directly to the display. The mobile
phone interface needs to support USB3.1 in order to connect directly to the
display. Please confirm if your mobile phone supports it.
Q: My computer and monitor are connected with a type c to type c cable, showing “No Signal” or “Power Saving Mode”, how can I solve it?
- The computer interface needs to support Thunderbolt 3. Please confirm whether your computer supports Thunderbolt 3.
- Please check whether the connection method is wrong.
- You need to connect the monitor with the other side of the type c cable
- If you have other equipment at home, you can try another device.
- If the above operation still can not solve the problem, please tell us, we will give you the perfect solution within 12 hours.
Q: My camera and monitor are used together, but there is no display. What can I do?
- Not all cameras can be directly connected to the monitor, it is determined by the camera model.
- Please tell us your camera model and interface, we will help you solve it within 12 hours.
Q: The monitor flickers and keeps switching on and off. How to solve it?
- This phenomenon is insuffcient power supply to the monitor. Please connect an external monitor power supply to solve this problem.
- If the above operation still can not solve the problem, please tell us, we will give you the perfect solution within 12 hours.
Q: How to solve the abnormal display of the monitor?
A: This phenomenon may be caused by interference from other devices, or it may
be a problem with your device.
- If there is interference from other devices, you can temporarily remove it.
- If you have other computer equipment at home, you can try to connect with another device.
- If the situation is still the same, please tell us, we will give you the perfect solution within 12 hours.
Q: Is there anyway to save the settings on this monitor?
A: Yes. To save the setting you made, first please make sure you’ve charged
the monitor with the adapter we included in the packing box. Second, after you
adjust the menu, please press the “Exit/Power” key on the left once to save
the settings. If you have any other questions, please let us know. Your
question is very important to us. We will give you the perfect solution within
12 hours, and your questions can help us to perfect every detail. Will help us
do better and better, thank you very much!
Warranty Card
Dear Customer,
Thank you for purchasing from us! We offer a 100% money-back guarantee in 30
days and replacement in 90 days, a lifetime warranty for any issue, and
professional tech support to ensure no-worry service. Any queries or problems,
please contact us : US: gsusamz@outlook.com
We will reply to you within 12 hours.
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