Check the audio settings for the external monitor. Type and search [Sound settings] in the Windows search bar ①, then click [Open] ②. Scroll down to the bottom of this page, then select [More sound settings] ③. Select [Playback] tab ④, choose the external monitor you connected ⑤, then select [Set Default] ⑥. Disassembly Procedure 1.Lay the monitor on a flat, soft and clean surface. Page 28 4.Remove the rear cover. Pry the monitor up then find out the hooks’ position, use the tool (like the picture or other card) to insert into the gap of bezel and rear cover. Page 29 Turn over the monitor and take off the rear cover. 4. The empowering key on the Acer V196HQL monitor is used to open the Acer eColor Management OSD (On-Screen Display) and access the scenario modes. Here are the steps to use the empowering key: 1. Locate the empowering key on the monitor. It is usually labeled with a symbol or icon. 2. Press the empowering key to open the Acer eColor Management Disable it and restart the system. Verify if the Acer monitor is operating properly. 5. Update the System’s Drivers to the Latest Build. The monitor will show ‘no signal’ if your system’s display driver is outdated and as a result, the PC is failing to output its display in a format compatible with the monitor. Opening & Arranging Multiple Windows. Activate Snap. Snap the First Application. Snap the Second Application. Adjusting Window Sizes. Step 1: Adjust the Size of the Split Windows. Step 2: Maximize or Minimize Windows. Exiting Split Screen Mode. Step 1: Restore the Windows. Attaching the monitor to the base. 1. Remove the monitor base from the packaging and place it on a stable and level workspace. 2. Remove the monitor from the packaging. 3. Attach the the monitor stand arm to the base. •. Ensure that the base is locked onto the monitor stand arm. (for selected models) Here are the steps to reset Acer Monitor Using the Power Button: Deattach the HDMI or VGA if you have attached to it. Now Hold the Power Button which on the right side mostly. While keep Holding the Power Button, plug the Power Cable. The blue LED will start blinking, count the blinking 5 times. 1. Search "Change what closing" in the Windows search bar then click the top result: "Change what closing the lid does." (Image credit: Tom's Hardware) 2. A System Settings menu opens which allows Page 21: Acer Ecolor Management. Standard Graphics Movie Adjust/Exit Operation instructions Step 1: Press “ “ Key to open the Acer eColor Management OSD and access the scenario modes Step 2: Press “ “ or “ ” to select the mode Features and Benefits Step 3: Press “ AUTO “ Key to confirm the mode and exit the eColor menu. Using electrical power. This product should be operated from the type of power indicated on the marking label. If you are not sure of the type of power available, consult your dealer or local power company. Do not allow anything to rest on the power cord. Do not locate this product where people will walk on the cord. ELSQ.