PB238Q Series LCD Monitor User Guide
Table of contents Notices.......................................................................................................... iii Safety information....................................................................................... iv Care & Cleaning............................................................................................ v 1.1 Welcome!....................................................................................... 1-1 1.2 Package contents..............................
Notices Federal Communications Commission Statement This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: • This device may not cause harmful interference, and • This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation. This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Safety information iv • Before setting up the monitor, carefully read all the documentation that came with the package. • To prevent fire or shock hazard, never expose the monitor to rain or moisture. • Never try to open the monitor cabinet. The dangerous high voltages inside the monitor may result in serious physical injury. • If the power supply is broken, do not try to fix it by yourself. Contact a qualified service technician or your retailer.
Care & Cleaning • Before you lift or reposition your monitor, it is better to disconnect the cables and power cord. Follow the correct lifting techniques when positioning the monitor. When lifting or carrying the monitor, grasp the edges of the monitor. Do not lift the display by the stand or the cord. • Cleaning. Turn your monitor off and unplug the power cord. Clean the monitor surface with a lint-free, non-abrasive cloth. Stubborn stains may be removed with a cloth dampened with mild cleaner.
Where to find more information Refer to the following sources for additional information and for product and software updates. 1. ASUS websites The ASUS websites worldwide provide updated information on ASUS hardware and software products. Refer to http://www.asus.com 2. Optional documentation Your product package may include optional documentation that may have been added by your dealer. These documents are not part of the standard package.
1.1 Welcome! Thank you for purchasing the ASUS® PB238Q Series LCD monitor! The latest widescreen LCD monitor from ASUS provides a crisper, broader, and brighter display, plus a host of features that enhance your viewing experience. With these features, you can enjoy the convenience and delightful visual experience that the PB238Q Series brings you! 1.
1.3 Monitor introduction 1.3.1 Front of the LCD monitor 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 1. Power Button/Power Indicator: • Press this button to turn the monitor on/off. • The color definition of the power indicator is shown below. 2. Status Description White ON Amber Standby mode OFF OFF Input Select Button: • Press this button to select input source. Press button (Input Select button) to display HDMI/DisplayPort signals after you connect HDMI/DisplayPort cable with the monitor. 3.
4. MENU Button: • Press this button to turn on the OSD menu, or to enact the selected OSD menu item. • Press this button to exit the hotkey OSD menu. • Press this button to increase values or to move your selection right/up. • Brightness hotkey 5. Button: 6. Button: • Press this button to select a desired preset mode. • Press this button to exit the OSD menu or to go back to the previous menu when the OSD menu is active.
1.3.2 1 Rear of the LCD monitor 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 Rear connectors 1-4 1. AC-IN port: This port connects the power cord. 2. Power switch: Press this switch to turn on/off power. 3. DisplayPort. This port is for connection with a DisplayPort compatible device. 4. HDMI port: This port is for connection with an HDMI compatible device. 5. DVI port: This 24-pin port is for PC (Personal Computer) DVI-D digital signal connection. 6. VGA port: This 15-pin port is for PC VGA connection.
10. Kensington lock slot. 11. USB downstream ports: These ports are for connection with USB devices, such as USB keyboard/mouse, USB flash drive, etc. 1.3.3 QuickFit Function The QuickFit function contains three patterns: (1) Grid (2) Paper size (3) Photo size. 1. Grid patterns The grid patterns facilitate designers and users to organize content and layout on a page and achieve a consistent look and feel. Alignment Grid QuiFit - Alignment Grid Alignment Grid 2.
3. Photo size The various real photo sizes displayed in the QuickFit function provides photographers and other users to accurately view and edit their photos in real size on the screen.
2.1 Detaching the arm/stand (for VESA wall mount) The detachable stand of this monitor is specially designed for VESA wall mount. To detach the arm/stand: 1. Disconnect power and signal cables. Carefully put the front of the monitor face down on a clean table. 2. Use a screwdriver to remove the four screws on the arm (Figure 1), and then detach the arm/stand from the monitor (Figure 2). • e recommend that you cover the table surface with soft cloth to prevent W damage to the monitor.
2.2 Adjusting the monitor • For optimal viewing, we recommend that you look at the full face of the monitor, then adjust the monitor to the angle that is most comfortable for you. • Hold the stand to prevent the monitor from falling when you change its angle. • You can adjust the monitor’s angle from +20˚ to -5˚ and it allows 60˚ swivel adjustment from either left or right. You can also adjust the monitor’s height within +/- 10cm. -5° ~ +20° 60° 60° 10cm 0° Pivoting the monitor 1.
2.3 Connecting the cables Connect the cables as the following instructions: • To connect the power cord: Connect one end of the power cord securely to the monitor’s AC input port, the other end to a power outlet. • To connect the VGA/HDMI/DVI/DisplayPort cable: a. Plug one end of the VGA/HDMI/DVI/DisplayPort cable to the monitor’s VGA/ HDMI/DVI/DisplayPort jack. b. Connect the other end of the VGA/HDMI/DVI/DisplayPort cable to your computer’s VGA/HDMI/DVI/DisplayPort jack. c.
3.1 OSD (On-Screen Display) menu 3.1.1 How to reconfigure PB238 Splendid Scenery Mode Color Standard Mode Image Theater Mode Sound Game Mode Input Select Night View Mode System Setup sRGB Move 3-1 Menu Exit 1. Press the MENU button to activate the OSD menu. 2. Press and to navigate through the functions. Highlight and activate the desired function by pressing the MENU button. If the function selected has a sub-menu, press and again to navigate through the sub-menu functions.
3.1.2 1. OSD Function Introduction Splendid This function contains six sub-functions that you can select for your preference. Each mode has the Reset selection, allowing you to maintain your setting or return to the preset mode. PB238 Splendid Scenery Mode Color Standard Mode Image Theater Mode Sound Game Mode Input Select Night View Mode System Setup sRGB Move Menu Exit • Scenery Mode: This is the best choice for scenery photo displaying with SPLENDID™ Video Intelligence.
2. Color Select the image color you like from this function. PB238 Splendid Brightness Color Contrast 100 80 Image Saturation 50 Sound Color Temp. Input Select Skin Tone User Mode Natural System Setup Move Menu Exit • Brightness: The adjusting range is from 0 to 100. The button is also a hot key to activate this function. • Contrast: The adjusting range is from 0 to 100. • • Saturation: The adjusting range is from 0 to 100. Color Temp.
3. Image You can adjust the image Sharpness, Trace Free, Aspect Control, Position (VGA only), and Focus (VGA only) from this main function. PB238 Splendid Sharpness Color Trace Free Image Aspect Control Full OFF Sound ASCR Input Select Position System Setup Focus Move Menu 50 60 Exit • Sharpness: Adjust the picture sharpness. The adjusting range is from 0 to 100. • Trace Free: Speed up the response time by Over Drive technology. The adjusting range is from lower 0 to faster 100.
4. Sound Adjust the sound settings to your preference. PB238 Splendid Volume Color Mute Image Source 50 OFF Line In Sound Input Select System Setup Move 5. Menu Exit • Volume: Adjust the output volume level. • Mute: Mute the output volume. • Source: Adjust audio source to “Line In” or “HDMI” (only available for HDMI input); Adjust audio source to “Line In” or “DisplayPort” (only available for DisplayPort input). Input Select Select the input source from VGA, DVI, HDMI, or DisplayPort.
6. System Setup Adjusts the system configuration. PB238 Splendid Splendid Demo Mode Color OSD Setup Image Language Sound Information Input Select All Reset OFF English System Setup Move Menu Exit • Splendid Demo Mode: Activate the demo mode for the Splendid function. • OSD Setup: Adjust the horizontal position (H-Position), vertical position (V-Position), OSD Timeout, DDC/CI, and Transparency of the OSD screen. • Language: Select OSD language.
3.2 Specifications Model PB238Q Panel Size 23.0”W (58.42cm) Max. Resolution 1920x1080 Brightness (Typ.) 250cd/m2 Intrinsic Contrast Ratio (Typ.) Viewing Angle (CR=10) 1000:1 178°(V) /178°(H) Display Colors 16.
3.3 Troubleshooting (FAQ) Problem Possible Solution Power LED is not ON • Press the button to check if the monitor is in the ON mode. • Check if the power cord is properly connected to the monitor and the power outlet. The power LED lights amber and • Check if the monitor and the computer are in the there is no screen image ON mode. • Make sure the signal cable is properly connected the monitor and the computer. • Inspect the signal cable and make sure none of the pins are bent.
3.4 Supported Timing List PC Supported Primary Timing Resolution Refresh Rate Horizontal Frequency 640x480 60Hz 31.469kHz 640x480 72Hz 37.861kHz 640x480 75Hz 37.5kHz 800x600 56Hz 35.156kHz 800x600 60Hz 37.879kHz 800x600 72Hz 48.077kHz 800x600 75Hz 46.875kHz 1024x768 60Hz 48.363kHz 1024x768 70Hz 56.476kHz 1024x768 75Hz 60.023kHz 1152x864 75Hz 67.5kHz 1280x960 60Hz 60kHz 1280x1024 60Hz 63.
HDMI Supported Primary Timing VESA Modes, Factory Preset Timing Resolution Refresh Rate 640x480P 720x480P 720x480P 720x576P, 50Hz 720x576P, 50Hz 1280x720P, 50Hz 1280x720P 1920x1080i 1920x1080i 59.94 / 60Hz 59.94 / 60Hz 59.94 / 60Hz 50Hz 50Hz 50Hz 59.94 / 60Hz 50Hz 59.94 / 60Hz HDMI Supported Optional Timing Resolution Refresh Rate 1440x480P 1440x480P 1440x576P 1440x576P 1920x1080P 1920x1080P 59.94 / 60Hz 59.94 / 60Hz 50Hz 50Hz 50Hz 59.94 /60Hz Horizontal Frequency 31.469 / 31.5kHz 31.469 / 31.5kHz 31.
