acer QG240Y Gaming Monitor User Guide

: June 12, 2024
: Acer

Table of Contents

QG240Y Gaming Monitor
PACKAGE CONTENTS
External Controls
FCC notice
CE declaration of Conformity
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Acer LCD Monitor Quick Start Guide (QSG)

QG240Y Gaming Monitor

Important safety instructions
Please read the following instructions carefully.

To clean the LCD monitor screen: Be sure that your monitor is electrically rated to operate with the AC power available in your location.
• Turn off the LCD monitor and unplug the power cord.
• Spray a non-solvent cleaning solution onto a rag and clean the screen gently.
• NEVER SPRAY OR POUR ANY LIQUID DIRECTLY ONTO THE SCREEN OR CASE.
• PLEASE DO NOT USE ANY AMMONIA OR ALCOHOL-BASED CLEANERS ON THE LCD DISPLAY SCREEN OR CASE.
• Acer will not be liable for damage resulting from use of any ammonia or alcohol-based cleaners.
Do not place the LCD monitor near a window. Exposing the monitor to rain, moisture or sunlight can severely damage it.
Do not apply pressure to the LCD screen. Excessive pressure may cause permanent damage to the display.
Do not remove the cover or attempt to service this unit yourself. An authorized technician should perform servicing of any nature.
Store the LCD monitor in a room with a temperature of -20° to 60°C (-4° to 140°F). Storing the LCD monitor outside this range may result in permanent damage.
Immediately unplug your monitor and call an authorized technician if any of the following circumstances occur:
• Monitor-to-PC signal cable is frayed or damaged.
• Liquid spills onto the LCD monitor or the monitor is exposed to rain.
• The LCD monitor or case is damaged.

PACKAGE CONTENTS

Please check the following items are present when you unpack the box, and save the packing materials in case you will need to ship or transport the monitor in future. acer QG240Y Gaming Monitor - CONTENTS Attaching the monitor to the base

Unpack the box. Take out the styrofoam and accessories.
Remove upper styrofoam and monitor’s protected bag.
Take out the bracket and place it on the machine shaft and fix it with two screws.
Take out the base, align it with the bottom of the stand, and fix it with two screws.
Flip the LCD monitor over to make it stand upright on the desk where it will be used. (Note: Do NOT press the screen to avoid damage any time.)

Connecting Your Monitor to a Computer

Make sure both the monitor and computer are powered-OFF.
Connect VGA Cable (Only VGA-input model)
a. Make sure both the monitor and computer are powered-OFF.
b. Connect the VGA cable to the computer.
Connect HDMI Cable (Only HDMI-input model)
a. Make sure both the monitor and computer are powered-OFF.
b. Connect the HDMI cable to the computer.
Plug the power cords of your computer and your monitor into a nearby electrical outlet.

acer QG240Y Gaming Monitor - Computer …………………
Note:

The audio output function depends on models. Please refer to User’s Guide for more information.
VGA: 1920×1080 supports 60Hz.
HDMI: 1920×1080 supports 100Hz.

External Controls

acer QG240Y Gaming Monitor - Controls

No.	Item	Description
1	Power button	Power on/Press more than 5 seconds to turn off the power.
2	Exit/Left button	Exit or return to the previous menu.
3	Down button	Move down in the menu.
4	Menu button	Enter sub-menus.
5	Up button	Move up in the menu.

FreeSync (HDMI Only):
It can allow a FreeSync supported graphics source to dynamically adjust display refresh rate based on typical content frame rates for power efficient, virtually stutter free and low-latency display.
Regulations and safety notices

FCC notice

This device 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 device 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.
However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this device does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the device off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
Increase the separation between the device and receiver.
Connect the device into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/television technician for help.

CE declaration of Conformity

Hereby, Acer Inc., declares that this LCD monitor is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of EMC Directive 2014/30/EU, Low Voltage Directive 2014/35/EU, and RoHS Directive 2011/65/EU and Directive 2009/125/EC with regard to establishing a framework for the setting of ecodesign requirements for energy-related product.
Notice:
In order to prevent damage to the monitor, do not lift the monitor by its base.
Notice: Shielded cables
All connections to other computing devices must be made using shielded cables to maintain compliance with EMC regulations.
Notice:
Acer monitor is purposed for video and visual display of information obtained from electronic devices.
Notice: Peripheral devices
Only peripherals (input/output devices, terminals, printers, etc.) certified to comply with the Class B limits may be attached to this equipment. Operation with non-certified peripherals is likely to result in interference to radio and TV reception.
Caution
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the manufacturer could void the user authority, which is granted by the Federal Communications Commission, to operate this product.
Operation conditions
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Notice: Canadian users
Can ICES-003(B)/NMB-003(B)
Disposal of Waste Equipment by Users in Private Household in the European Union
This symbol on the product or on its packaging indicates that this product must not be disposed of with your other household waste. Instead, it is your responsibility to dispose of your waste equipment by handing it over to a designated collection point for the recycling of waste electrical and electronic equipment. The separate collection and recycling of your waste equipment at the time of disposal will help to conserve natural resources and ensure that it is recycled in a manner that protects human health and the environment. For more information about where you can drop off your waste equipment for recycling, please contact your local city office, your household waste disposal service or the shop where you purchased the product.
Acer monitor is purposed for video and visual display of information obtained from electronic devices. The terms HDMI and HDMI High-Definition Mulltimedia Interface, and the HDMI Logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing Administrator, Inc. in the United States and other countries.