Kogan 15.6" Touchscreen Full HD IPS LED Portable USB-C Monitor

User Guide

Safety & Warnings

Read all instructions before using the monitor and retain this user guide for future reference.
Unplug the monitor before cleaning it.
Use a clean, slightly dampened cloth to wipe the main monitor body.
To clean the screen: Turn it off, unplug it and wait for it to cool completely, then wipe it with a dry micro-fibre cloth.
Do not use cleaning alcohol, ammonia-based liquids or other harsh cleaners.
This monitor is designed with ventilation holes on the back of the casing. Do not cover or block them.
Do not insert any object or spray any liquid into the vents.
Avoid placing the monitor near heaters, stoves, fireplaces or other sources of heat, as well as in rooms lacking adequate ventilation.
Do not position the monitor in unsafe locations. If the monitor falls, it may be damaged and may injure nearby people.
Unplug the monitor if it is not going to be used for an extended period.
Do not place heavy objects on the monitor, its power cord or any connected cable.
Do not open the back panel of the monitor, as it contains a high-voltage current even when not plugged in.

WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this device to rain or moisture. The device must not be exposed to dripping or splashing, and objects filled with liquids, such as vases, must not be placed on the device.

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Components

The following items are included in the package:

15.6" Touchscreen LED Portable Monitor
USB-C Power Adapter
Power Plug
Mini HDMI Cable
USB-C Cable
User Guide

Product Overview

The monitor features a 15.6-inch display with a resolution of 1920 x 1080 pixels and dimensions of 362mm (width) x 240mm (height).

Key Components and Ports:

A: 15.6" Touchscreen LED Portable Monitor
B: Up button [▲]
C: Down button [▼]
D: Power button [power]
E: LED indicator [status light]
F: Mini HDMI port
G: Primary USB-C port (full function)
H: Secondary USB-C port (charging only)
I: 3.5mm headphone jack
J: Left and Right speakers

Base Adjustment

The portable monitor is equipped with an adjustable base that allows for a full 180° range of motion. This enables the monitor to be positioned completely flat (180°), upright (90°), or at any angle between 0° and 180°.

Connection Options

Computer (via USB-C)

Connect the portable monitor to a compatible computer using the supplied USB-C to USB-C cable. This cable should be connected to the monitor's primary USB-C port. The computer will provide both power and signal to the monitor, allowing for extended display or duplicated display use.

Note: When connecting via a full-function USB-C port (single cable solution), the monitor's brightness may be automatically set low to ensure sufficient power. You can adjust the brightness higher, but it might be limited. Ensure the laptop's USB-C port provides over 5V 1A power.

Computer (via HDMI with external power)

For HDMI connection, use the supplied HDMI-to-Mini HDMI cable to connect the computer and the portable monitor. Additionally, connect the monitor directly to an external power adapter (supplied) via USB. You can use either the primary or secondary USB-C ports for power.

Mobile phone (via USB-C)

If no external power supply is connected to the secondary USB-C port, the mobile phone battery will supply power. The mobile phone's USB-C output must be larger than 5V 1A for this to work without external power. In this mode, energy-saving features may activate, and brightness may be reduced. You can adjust brightness and volume based on the phone's output power.

When connected to an external power supply through the secondary USB-C port, the display will provide power to the mobile phone via the external supply. The monitor's brightness will adjust automatically.

Note: If using a power bank as an external power source, it must be rated at 18W or higher. Power banks can be used for all connection types shown, not just mobile phones.

Other devices (via HDMI & USB or power adapter)

For devices without a USB-C port, you can use HDMI along with a separate power supply. Connect the HDMI-to-Mini HDMI cable between the device and the monitor, and power the monitor via USB using an external power adapter connected to either the primary or secondary USB-C ports.

Note: When connecting via HDMI, ensure the power cable is connected first, followed by the HDMI cable, for smooth signal transmission.

Notes:

Touchscreen functionality is only available via the USB-C port; the HDMI port does not support touch input.
Touchscreen performance may vary depending on device compatibility and operating systems.
Touchscreen function on macOS devices may be limited.

Guide to Connections

External device	External device port	Monitor port	Power supply	Touchscreen function
Laptop	USB-C	Primary USB-C	Laptop	Yes
Laptop	USB-C	Primary USB-C	Adapter	Yes
Laptop	HDMI	Mini HDMI	Adapter	No
Smartphone	USB-C	Primary USB-C	Adapter	Yes
Smartphone	USB-C	Charging USB-C port to adapter	Adapter	Yes
USB-C compatible gaming console	USB-C	Primary USB-C	Adapter	No
USB-C compatible gaming console	USB-C	Charging USB-C port to adapter	Adapter	No
Other gaming consoles	HDMI	Mini HDMI	Adapter	No
Other gaming consoles	HDMI	Charging USB-C port to adapter	Adapter	No

External Controls

Control	Function	Description
1. Up button [▲]	Quick Menu / OSD Navigation / Volume Adjustment	Press to open Quick Menu. Press to open Brightness menu from Quick Menu. Press this button to navigate OSD menu. When in an adjustment screen, use both up and down buttons to adjust the amounts. Long-press this button to enter the volume adjustment screen.
2. Down button [▼]	OSD Navigation / Volume Adjustment	Press to open Quick Menu. Press to open OSD menu from Quick Menu. Press this button to navigate OSD menu. When in an adjustment screen, use both up and down buttons to adjust the amounts.
3. Power button [power]	Power On/Off / Quick Menu / Input Source / Confirm	Long-press to turn on / off. Press to open Quick Menu. Press to open Input Source list from Quick Menu. Press to Confirm when in an OSD menu.
4. LED Indicator [status light]	Status Indicator	Solid blue indicates power on. Flashing blue indicates standby mode. Solid red indicates Power Saving mode.

Operation

Powering On / Off

Press and hold the power button [power] for 3 seconds to turn the monitor ON and OFF. The monitor will enter power saving mode when turned on unless there is a suitable device connected.

Volume Up / Down

Press and hold the Up button [▲] to enter Volume Adjustment. Then adjust the volume with the Up button [▲] (volume increase) and Down button [▼] (volume decrease).

Quick Menu

Brightness

To adjust brightness:

Press any button to enter the quick menu.
Using the Up button [▲], select Brightness from the menu.
Use the Up [▲] and Down [▼] buttons to adjust the brightness between 0-100.
Press Power button [power] to confirm and exit the menu, or wait 3 seconds without pressing any button.

Input Source

To select the input source:

Press any button to enter the quick menu.
Using the power button [power], open the Input Source menu to select a USB-C or Mini-HDMI input source.
When you are done, use the Power button [power] to confirm and exit.

OSD (On-Screen Display)

The OSD allows for adjusting monitor settings like picture quality, OSD settings, and general settings. Press any button to open the Navigation OSD. Use the Up [▲] and Down [▼] buttons to navigate OSD menus, and the Power button [power] to confirm selections.

Scene Setting

Select an appropriate preset scene for your usage from the following options and use the power button [power] to confirm:

Standard Mode
Movie Mode
Reading Mode
Night Mode
Game Mode
Energy Saving Mode
Eye Protection Mode

Picture Setting

The Picture setting menu offers various options to adjust colour and picture quality, including Brightness, Contrast, DCR, Hue, Saturation, Black Level, and Sharpness.

Colour Temperature Setting

Adjust colour temperature between Warm, Normal, and Cool presets (corresponding to 6500K, 7500K, 9300K). A User mode with a three-level menu is also available.

Audio Setting

Adjust the volume manually or select Audio Mute to disable the audio.

OSD Setting

Language Setting: Set the OSD menu language.
OSD Exit Time: Adjust the delay before the OSD menu closes.
OSD Transparency: Select transparency level (20%, 40%, 60%, 80%, or Off) for gaming mode.
Input Source: Select USB-C or Mini-HDMI input source.
Reset: Reset all settings to factory defaults.

Power Saving

The monitor will switch to Power Saving mode via a control signal from the display controller, indicated by the red-coloured LED indicator [status light]. This mode remains active until a control signal is detected or a keyboard/mouse is activated (if connected to a computer). Recovery time from Power Saving mode to standard Power On is approximately 3 seconds.

Display Data Channel (DDC)

The monitor supports the DDC protocol, enabling Plug & Play functionality for easier installation. DDC is a communication protocol where the monitor automatically informs the host system about its capabilities, such as supported resolutions and timing. The monitor supports the DDC2B standard.

Specifications

Category	Specification	Details
Audio	Speaker	1W (x2)
Dimensions	Size	362 (W) x 240 (H) x 15.6 (D) mm
	Net Weight	1.34 kg
Display	Brightness	400 nits (typ)
	Colours	16.7M
	Contrast Ratio	1500:1
	Native Aspect Ratio	16:9
	Panel Manufacturer	SHARP
	Panel Type	IPS
	Refresh Rate	60Hz
	Resolution	1920 x 1080
	Size	15.6"
	Viewing Angle	178°(H) x 178° (V)
Features	Low Blue Light	Yes
Inputs	HDMI (1.4)	1
	USB Type-C	2
Outputs	Headphone Jack	Yes
Power	Power Consumption	Typical 8W
	Standby Consumption	<0.5W

Troubleshooting

Problem	Troubleshooting Advice
Blue LED	Using the OSD, adjust brightness and contrast to maximum or reset to their default. Make sure the correct input source is selected through the input source menu. When connected via USB-C to USB-C cable, a flashing blue light indicates the output power of the external device is too low to power the monitor. Please connect the external power to the monitor.
No video / picture	No LED: Make sure the video cable between the monitor and computer is connected properly and securely. Use other electrical equipment to confirm that the power outlet is working properly. Make sure the correct input source is selected through the input source menu. Check the power switch. Long press 5 seconds to start the monitor. Check if the power cord is properly connected to the monitor. Red LED: Check if the video signal cable is properly connected at the back of the monitor. Check if the video cable connector pins are bent or broken. Check if the computer system is switched on.
Missing pixels / spots and light leaks on the screen	Turn off and on again. Restore the monitor to factory settings. Use OSD to adjust brightness and contrast. Pixels that are permanently off are an inherent defect in LED technology. Contact help.kogan.com about monitor quality and pixel issues.
Display fails when switching	Make sure that the video cables of the monitor and HDMI output device are properly connected. Reset the monitor to factory settings.
Picture is missing colours	Make sure the video cable connecting the monitor and the computer is properly connected. Adjust custom R/G/B values in the colour menu of OSD.
Screen image is too small	Restore the monitor to factory settings. Set computer equipment to 16:9 resolution for full screen display. Play a video source with 16:9 aspect ratio for full screen display.
OSD does not appear on the screen	Turn off the monitor, disconnect and reconnect the power cord, and turn on the monitor.
No picture, indicator light is blue	Check the signal source. Make sure the computer or phone is not in sleep mode. Check that the signal cable is properly inserted. Reconnect the signal cable if necessary. Restart your computer or phone.
The picture does not fill the entire screen	Since the resolution of the same screen of the mobile phone can be re-scaled (aspect ratio), the display can be shown in full screen. Computer equipment can be set to 16:9 resolution for full screen display. Play a video source with 16:9 video sources, and the monitor can display full screen.

Still need help? Head online to help.kogan.com

Cleaning & Maintenance

Before cleaning the monitor, unplug the monitor power cord from the electrical outlet.
When cleaning the antistatic screen, slightly dampen a clean, soft cloth with water. If possible, use a dedicated screen-cleaning tissue or solvent for electrostatic coating. Do not use benzene, thinner, ammonia, abrasives, or compressed air.
If you find white powder when you unpack your monitor, wipe it off with a cloth.
Be careful when operating the monitor, as dark monitors are easier to scratch and leave visible scratches than light monitors.

Need More Information?

We hope this user guide has provided the assistance needed for a simple set-up. For the most up-to-date guide for your product, as well as any additional assistance you may require, head online to help.kogan.com.

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