June 2011 VS228/VS238 /VS247 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. vi 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® VS228/VS238/VS247 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 VS228/VS238/VS247 Series brings you! 1.
1.3 Assembling the monitor base To assemble the monitor base: 1. Attach the base to the arm and fix with the screw to join them tightly. You can easily tighten the screw by fingers. 2. 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 2 2 1 Make sure to screw the base to the arm tightly. 1.4 Connecting cables To connect cables: Connect the cables you need based on chapter 1.5.
1.5 Monitor introduction 1.5.1 Front of the LCD monitor H D/N 1 1. 2 3 4 5 6 Button: • Automatically adjust the image to its optimized position, clock, and phase by long pressing this button for 2-4 seconds (for VGA mode only). • Use this hotkey to switch among six video preset modes (Scenery, Standard, Theater, Game, Night View, and sRGB Mode) with SPLENDID™ Video Enhancement Technology. • Exit the OSD menu or go back to the previous menu as the OSD menu is active. 2.
3. MENU Button: • Press this button to enter the OSD menu. • Press this button to enter/select the icon (function) highlighted while the OSD is activated. • Press this button to increase the value of the function selected or move right/up to the next function. • This is also a hotkey for brightness adjustment. 4. Button: 5. Input Select Button: • This button is available for model VS228H/VS238H/VS247H only. • Use this hotkey to switch among VGA, DVI, or HDMI inputs. 6.
1.5.2 Rear of the LCD monitor Screw Holes for VESA Wall Mount 1 2 3 4 5 1. AC-In 2. HDMI-In (Available for model VS228H, VS238H, VS247H only) 3. DVI-In (Available for model VS228N/H, VS238N/H, VS247N/H only) 4. VGA-In 5.
2.1 Detaching the arm/stand (for VESA wall mount) The detachable stand of the VS228/VS238/VS247 Series LCD monitor is specially designed for VESA wall mount. To detach the arm/stand: 2-1 1. Disconnect power and signal cables. Carefully put the front of the monitor face down on a clean table. 2. Use your fingers gently pull away the plate that covers the stand neck. Use a screwdriver to remove the four screws that secure the stand to the monitor. 3. Detach the stand from 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 while changing its angle. • You can adjust the monitor’s angle from -5˚ to 20˚.
3.1 OSD (On-Screen Display) menu 3.1.1 How to reconfigure VS247 Splendid Scenery Mode Color Standard Mode Image Theater Mode Input Select Game Mode System Setup Night View Mode sRGB Move 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.
• Standard Mode: This is the best choice for document editing with SPLENDID™ Video Enhancement. • Theater Mode: This is the best choice for movie watching with SPLENDID™ Video Enhancement. • Game Mode: This is the best choice for game playing with SPLENDID™ Video Enhancement. • Night View Mode: This is the best choice for playing darkscene game or watching movie with SPLENDID™ Video Enhancement. • sRGB: This is the best choice for viewing photos and graphics from PCs.
3. Image You can adjust the image Sharpness, Aspect Control, Position (VGA only), and Focus (VGA only) from this main function. VS247 Splendid Sharpness 40 Color Trace Free 60 Image Aspect Control Full Input Select ASCR OFF System Setup Position Focus Move 3-3 Menu Exit • Sharpness: Asjust the picture sharpness. The adjusting range is from 0 to 100. (Only available for selecting “Standard Mode” in Splendid menu.) • Trace Free: Speeds up the response time by Over Drive technology.
4. Input Select Select the input source from VGA, DVI, or HDMI. VS247 Splendid VGA Color DVI Image HDMI Input Select System Setup Move 5. Menu Exit • DVI: Available for model VS228N/H, VS238N/H, VS247N/H only. • HDMI: Available for model VS228H, VS238H, VS247H only. System Setup Adjust the system configuration.
3-5 • Volume: Adjust the earphone output volume level. The adjusting range is from 0 to 100. (Available for model VS228H, VS238H, VS247H only) • ECO Mode: Activate the ecology mode for power saving. (Some gray levels may not be distinguished if ECO is ON. Its brightness is lower than that when setting the Contrast Ratio to 100.) • OSD Setup: Adjust the horizontal postition (H-Position), vertical position (V-Position), OSD Timeout, DDC/CI, and Transparency of the OSD screen.
3.2 Specifications Model Panel Size VS228D/N/H VS238N/H 21.5”W(54.6 cm) VS247N/H 23”W (58.4 cm) 23.6”W(59.9 cm) Max. Resolution 1920 x 1080 (FHD) Backlight Tech. LED Backlight Technology Brightness (Typ.) 250cd/m2 Intrisinc Contrast Ratio (Typ.) 1000:1 Viewing Angle (CR=10) ≧170°(H) / ≧160°(V) Display Colors 16.7 M Response Time Earphone Output Sound from HDMI HDMI input (HDMI 1.
Model VS228H-P VS238H-P VS247H-P Panel Size 21.5”W(54.6 cm) 23”W (58.4 cm) 23.6”W(59.9 cm) Max. Resolution 1920 x 1080 (FHD) Backlight Tech. LED Backlight Technology Brightness (Typ.) 250cd/m2 Intrisinc Contrast Ratio (Typ.) 1000:1 Viewing Angle (CR=10) ≧170°(H) / ≧160°(V) Display Colors Response Time 300cd/m2 16.7 M 5ms 2ms (Gray to Gary) Earphone Output Yes Sound from HDMI Yes HDMI input (HDMI 1.
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.
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