E4240 V1 October VH242/VH222 Series LCD Monitor User Guide 2008
Table of contents Notices.......................................................................................................... iii Safety.information....................................................................................... iv Care.&.Cleaning............................................................................................ v Chapter.1:. Product.introduction. 1.1. Welcome!....................................................................................... 1-1 1.2.
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 • 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, such as warranty card, 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® VH242/VH222 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 VH242/VH222 Series brings you! 1.
1.3 Assembling the monitor base To assemble the monitor base: 1. Connect the base with the monitor. A click indicates that the base has been connected successfully. . Adjust the monitor to the angle that is most comfortable for you. We recommend that you cover the table surface with soft cloth to prevent damage to the monitor.
1.4 Connect cables Connect cables which you need 1.4.1 VH242H/VH222H 7 5 6 2 1 3 4 AC-IN port 1 2 HDMI-IN port 3 DVI port 4 VGA port 5 Line - in Port 6 Earphone - out Port 7 SPDIF Out 1.4.
1.5 Monitor introduction 1.5.1 Front of the LCD monitor 1.5.1.1 VH242H/VH242T/VH222H/VH222T 1 1. A 4 5 6 7 button: Automatically adjust the image to its optimized position, clock, and phase by long pressing this button for -4 seconds (for VGA mode only). • Use this hotkey to switch from five video preset modes (Game Mode, Night View Mode, Scenery Mode, Standard Mode, Theater Mode) with SPLENDID™ Video Enhancement Technology.
6. • Power button Press this button to turn the monitor on/off. Power indicator 7. 1.5.1.2 VH242S/VH222S 1 1. 2 3 4 5 6 7 button: Use this hotkey to switch from five video preset modes (Game Mode, Night View Mode, Scenery Mode, Standard Mode, Theater Mode) with SPLENDID™ Video Enhancement Technology. • Exit the OSD menu or go back to the previous menu as the OSD menu is active. Button: • Press this button to decrease the value of the function selected or move to the next fuction.
1.5.1.3 VH242D/VH222D 1 1. • • . 2 3 4 5 6 7 button: Use this hotkey to switch from five video preset modes (Game Mode, Night View Mode, Scenery Mode, Standard Mode, Theater Mode) with SPLENDID™ Video Enhancement Technology. Exit the OSD menu or go back to the previous menu as the OSD menu is active. Button: • 3. Press this button to decrease the value of the function selected or move to the next fuction. • This is also a hotkey for Contrast Ratio adjustment.
1.5.2 Rear of the LCD monitor Screw holes for VESA Wall Mount 1.5.2.1 VH242H/VH222H Rear connectors 1 AC-IN port 2 HDMI-IN port 3 DVI port 4 VGA port 5 Line - in Port 6 Earphone - out Port 7 SPDIF Out 1.5.2.
2.1 Detaching the arm/stand (for VESA wall mount) The detachable stand of the VH242/VH222 Series LCD monitor is specially designed for VESA wall mount. To detach the arm/stand: . Remove the arm cover. 2. Have the front of the monitor face down on a table. 3. Use a screwdriver to remove the three screws on the stand of the monitor as the below drawing shows. 4. Detach the arm from the monitor. • We recommend that you cover the table surface with soft cloth to prevent 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 -5º to 20º.
3.1 OSD (On-Screen Display) menu 3.1.1 How to reconfigure . 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. Highlight and activate the desired sub-menu function by pressing the MENU button. 3. Press 4. To exit the OSD menu, press the adjust any other function. 3.1.2 1.
2. Image You can adjust brightness, contrast, sharpness, saturation,position (VGA only), and focus (VGA only) from this main function. Brightness: the adjusting range is from 0 to 00. activate this function. • Contrast: the adjusting range is from 0 to 00. • Sharpness: the adjusting range is from 0 to 00. • Saturation: the adjusting range is from 0 to 00. • Position: adjusts the horizontal postition (H-Position) and the vertical position (V-Position) of the image.
• Color Temp.: contains five color modes including Cool, Normal, Warm, sRGB, and User mode. • Skin Tone: contains three color modes including Reddish, Natural, and Yellowish. In the User mode, colors of R (Red), G (Green), and B (Bluee) are userconfigurable; the adjusting range is from 0- 00. 4. Input Select In this function, you can select VGA,DVI,HDMI input source. (Only for some models) A 5. System Setup Allow you to adjust the system. • Volume: the adjusting range is from 0 to 00.
3.2 Specifications summary Model VH242H VH242T VH242S Panel Size 23.6"W 23.6"W 23.6"W 23.6"W True Resolution 1920x1080 1920x1080 1920x1080 1920x1080 Brightness (Max.) ≧300cd/㎡ ≧300cd/㎡ ≧300cd/㎡ ≧300cd/㎡ ≧1000:1 ≧1000:1 ≧1000:1 ≧1000:1 ≧160°(V), ≧160°(V), ≧160°(V), ≧160°(V), ≧170°(H) ≧170°(H) ≧170°(H) ≧170°(H) Intrisinc Contrast Ratio Viewing Angle (CR=10) Color Saturation (NTSC) Display Colors Response Time Satellite Speaker VH242D 72% 72% 72% 72% 16.7 M 16.7 M 16.
Model VH222H VH222T VH222S VH222D Panel Size 21.5"W 21.5"W 21.5"W 21.5"W True Resolution 1920x1080 1920x1080 1920x1080 1920x1080 Brightness (Max.) ≧300cd/㎡ ≧300cd/㎡ ≧300cd/㎡ ≧300cd/㎡ Intrisinc Contrast Ratio ≧1000:1 ≧1000:1 ≧1000:1 ≧1000:1 ≧160°(V), ≧ ≧160°(V), ≧ ≧160°(V), ≧ ≧160°(V), ≧ 170°(H) 170°(H) 170°(H) 170°(H) 72% 72% 72% 72% Viewing Angle (CR=10) Color Saturation (NTSC) Display Colors 16.7 M 16.7 M 16.7 M 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 there is no • Check if the monitor and the computer are screen image in the 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 VH242/VH222 PC Supported Timing List VESA Modes, Factory Preset Timings Mode Resolution VGA 640x480 31.469 60 25.175 640x480 37.861 72 31.5 SVGA XGA SXGA H(KHz) V(Hz) Pixel(MHz) 640x480 37.5 75 31.5 800x600 35.156 56 36 800x600 37.879 60 40 800x600 48.077 72 50 800x600 46.875 75 49.5 1024x768 48.363 60 65 1024x768 56.476 70 75 1024x768 60.023 75 78.75 1152x864 67.5 75 108 1280x960 60 60 108 1280x1024 63.981 60 108 1280x1024 79.
VESA Modes ,User Available Timings Mode 720P WXGA WXGA+ Resolution H(KHz) V(Hz) 848x480 31.02 60 Pixel(MHz) 33.75 1280x720 44.444 60 64 1280x720 44.772 60 74.5 1280x720 56.456 75 95.75 1280x768 47.396 60 68.25 1280x768 47.776 60 79.5 1280x768 60.289 75 102.25 1280x800 49.306 60 71 1280x800 49.702 60 83.5 1280x800 62.795 75 106.5 1440x900 55.469 60 88.75 1440x900 70.635 75 136.75 WSXGA+ 1680x1050 64.674 60 119 1080P 1920x1080 66.587 60 138.
