Page 2 - Important Information
Page 3 - Tips and Safety Precautions
SCEPTRE X23 Page3 Tips and Safety Precautions THIS PRODUCT HAS BEEN TESTED FOR COMPLIANCE WITH REGULATORY SAFETY CERTIFICATIONS This product is designed and manufactured to operate within defined design limits, and misuse may result in electric shock or fire. To prevent the product from being damage...
Page 5 - Table of Contents
SCEPTRE X23 Page5 Table of Contents Important Information ......................................................................................................................... 2 Tips and Safety Precautions .............................................................................................
Page 6 - Opening the Package
Page6 SCEPTRE X23 Opening the Package The SCEPTRE X23 is packaged in a carton together with standard accessories. The weight of the LCD display is approximately 15.2 lbs. Since the LCD panel can be easily scratched or broken, please handle the product gently. Never place the unit on a surface with t...
Page 7 - Installing the Base
SCEPTRE X23 Page7 Installing the Base 1. Please place the base on a flat surface (i.e. table). 2. Hold the monitor directly 90 degrees above the base.
Page 8 - QUICK START
Page8 SCEPTRE X23 3. Connect the monitor to the base by inserting the monitor into the base. QUICK START The following are short steps to connect and use the monitor with your PC under Microsoft Windows. 1. After you have installed the base, connect your VGA cord to both the monitor and PC and turn ...
Page 9 - Mounting Preparations
SCEPTRE X23 Page9 Mounting Preparations 1. Place the monitor on a flat surface with cloth so the bezel does not get scratched. 2. Start removing the base by putting pressure to the top buckle until it releases.
Page 12 - Identifying Front and Rear Panel
Page12 SCEPTRE X23 Identifying Front and Rear Panel Front View POWER INDICATOR : If light is blue, the monitor is turned on. If the light is blinking red, the monitor is turned on but not receiving a signal from the computer. If the light is solid red, the power cord is plugged in but the monitor is...
Page 13 - Side View Control Buttons and Hotkey Functions
SCEPTRE X23 Page13 Side View Control Buttons and Hotkey Functions POWER – This button turns the monitor ON or OFF . AUTO ADJUST – This button automatically adjusts the screen , making words clearer and pictures centered. While in the OSD, this button acts as an exit key to get out of the current men...
Page 14 - Side View Tilt Angle
Page14 SCEPTRE X23 Side View Tilt Angle The LCD Monitor’s angle settings range from 0 ° to 10 ° . 0 o to 10 o
Page 15 - Rear View
SCEPTRE X23 Page15 Rear View Mounting Specification : 100mm x 100mm using screw size M4 . Length of screw should not exceed 10mm .
Page 16 - Rear View Connections
Page16 SCEPTRE X23 Rear View Connections The following descriptions are from left to right . DVI – DVI stands for Digital Video Interface. This connection is for computers to send video signals to the monitor digitally so that colors and video are more accurate and vivid. This port supports video in...
Page 17 - Understanding Your Cables & Connections
SCEPTRE X23 Page17 Understanding Your Cables & Connections Cable Name Cable Picture Corresponding Connection Picture DVI (digital video) (No HDCP) VGA (analog video) 3.5 mm Mini-jack Cable Name Cable Picture VGA to Female Component YPbPr ( optional accessory ) 3.5mm Mini-jack to Female RCA Audio...
Page 18 - Connecting the LCD to Your PC; If You Have DVI Connection on Your Video Card...
Page18 SCEPTRE X23 Connecting the LCD to Your PC If You Have DVI Connection on Your Video Card… 1. Make sure the power of X23 LCD MONITOR is turned off. 2. Obtain a DVI cable and connect to the DVI connection on your PC. Connect the other end of the cable to your X23 LCD MONITOR. 3. Obtain the Audio...
Page 19 - If You Have VGA Connection on Your Video Card...
SCEPTRE X23 Page19 If You Have VGA Connection on Your Video Card… 1. Make sure the power of X23 LCD MONITOR is turned off. 2. If you were previously using a CRT (bulky) monitor , please hook up your old monitor first and make sure your refresh rate is set to 60 Hz frequency before using the X23 LCD ...
Page 20 - Connecting the LCD to Your Video Device; If You Have Component Connection on Your DVD Player...
Page20 SCEPTRE X23 Connecting the LCD to Your Video Device If You Have Component Connection on Your DVD Player… 1. Make sure the power of X23 LCD MONITOR is turned off. 2. If you have component connection on your DVD player, purchase a VGA to female component video conversion cable and connect the c...
Page 21 - If You Have Component Connection on Your HD Box...
SCEPTRE X23 Page21 If You Have Component Connection on Your HD Box… 1. Make sure the power of X23 LCD MONITOR is turned off. 2. If you have component connection on your HD set-top box, purchase a VGA to female component video conversion cable and connect the component end to regular component cables...
Page 22 - If You Have Component Connection on PlayStation® 3...
Page22 SCEPTRE X23 If You Have Component Connection on PlayStation® 3… 1. Make sure the power of X23 LCD MONITOR is turned off. 2. If you have component connection on your PlayStation® 3, purchase a VGA to female component video conversion cable and connect the component end to your PlayStation® 3 c...
Page 23 - If You Have Component Connection on Xbox 360TM...
SCEPTRE X23 Page23 If You Have Component Connection on Xbox 360™… 1. Make sure the power of X23 LCD MONITOR is turned off. 2. If you have component connection on your Xbox 360 ™ , purchase a VGA to female component video conversion cable and connect the component end to your Xbox 360™ component cabl...
Page 26 - CONTRAST
Page26 SCEPTRE X23 Please Note : • BRIGHTNESS adjusts the black level in a picture. If the value is adjusted too high, the picture will look washed out. If too low, the picture will not have much detail in dark colors. • BACKLIGHT adjusts the LCD lamp’s current. The current affects the brilliance of...
Page 27 - SCREEN SETTINGS
SCEPTRE X23 Page27 SCREEN SETTINGS This function adjusts the screen’s image quality manually. 1. Press MENU to open the OSD then highlight SCREEN SETTING by pressing the ▼ button three times. 2. Press MENU to enter the function. 3. Press ▲ or ▼ button to select the option you want to adjust. Use MEN...
Page 28 - COLOR TEMP
Page28 SCEPTRE X23 Please Note : • It is always suggested for the USER to use the AUTO ADJUST function instead of manual adjustments. • LCDs will always be a little blurry when they’re not in their native resolution. Make sure you are in the native resolution of the monitor first before making scree...
Page 29 - LANGUAGE
SCEPTRE X23 Page29 color giving the picture a reddish tint and warmer look. d. USER COLOR – This option lets the user adjust the white balance by tweaking the RED, GREEN, and BLUE color. i. Use the ▲ or ▼ buttons to select the color you want to adjust and press MENU to select it. ii. Use the ◄ or ► ...
Page 30 - OSD SETTINGS
Page30 SCEPTRE X23 Please Note : • Changing the language of the OSD will alter all the messages and OSD language of the monitor. There is no reset for this function. OSD SETTINGS This function adjusts the OSD’s display options. 1. Press MENU to open the OSD then highlight OSD SETTING by pressing the...
Page 32 - RECALL; Supported PC Resolution
Page32 SCEPTRE X23 RECALL This function recalls brightness and contrast adjustments to the monitor. 1. Press MENU to open the OSD then highlight RECALL by pressing the ▼ button nine times. 2. Press MENU to use the function. Supported PC Resolution Item Standards Resolution Dot Clock (MHz) Vertical S...
Page 33 - Supported Video Resolution
SCEPTRE X23 Page33 18 VESA 1152X864 108. 75.00 68.70 19 VESA 1280X1024 108 60 63.98 20 VESA 1280X1024 127 70 74.6 21 VESA 1280X1024 135 75 80 22 VESA 1280x960 108 60 60 23 VESA 1280X960 130 75 75 24 VESA 1360x768 108 60 60 25 VESA 1440X900 106.5 59.9 55.9 26 VESA 1152X864 108. 75.00 68.70 27 VESA 12...
Page 34 - Troubleshooting
Page34 SCEPTRE X23 Troubleshooting Problem Possible solutions DISPLAY IS UNCLEAR AND UNSTABLE To stabilize and clarify your display, use the AUTO ADJUST function or change the resolution to the display’s optimal setting 1360 X 768 at 60Hz, then AUTO ADJUST. THERE IS NO LCD DISPLAY or SCREEN SAYS NO ...
Page 36 - How do I clean the LCD?
Page36 SCEPTRE X23 THE VIDEO IS TOO BRIGHT NO MATTER WHAT I ADJUST Sometimes having older video cards this type of problem might happen due to newer LCDs having to provide HD video capability and not being fully compatible with older video cards. You can try adjusting the video card’s options in the...
Page 37 - Specification
SCEPTRE X23 Page37 Specification Display panel Item Illustration Active Area / Screen Size 508.152 mm x 285.696 mm Display Area (diagonal 22.95 inches) Aspect Ratio Widescreen 16: 9 Resolution Native: 1366 x 768 Brightness 500 nits (Typical) Contrast 1000:1 (Typical) Response Time 8ms (Typical) View...
Page 39 - Call Us If You Need Help!
SCEPTRE X23 Page39 Call Us If You Need Help! Products are often returned due to a technical problem rather than a defective product that may result in unnecessary shipping charges billed to you. Our trained support personnel can often resolve the problem over the phone or email. For more information...
Page 40 - LIMITED PRODUCT WARRANTY
Page40 SCEPTRE X23 LIMITED PRODUCT WARRANTY Please read this warranty card carefully, it is a “ONE-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY” on parts and labor and is only valid when purchased from an Authorized Reseller, only on new and non-refurbished product, and available to customers in the Continental US, Alaska...
Page 43 - Disclaimer & Copyright Information
SCEPTRE X23 Page43 Disclaimer & Copyright Information Microsoft, Windows are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and other countries. Xbox 360™ is a registered trademark or trademark of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and other countries. PlayStation® 3...
Page 44 - FCC Compliance Statement
Page44 SCEPTRE X23 FCC Compliance Statement This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following conditions: This device may not cause harmful interference This device must accept any interference received, including interference that my cause undesired operation...
