PB238TR 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® PB238TR 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 PB238TR Series brings you! 1.
1.3 Monitor introduction 1.3.1 Front of the LCD monitor 1 2 3 4 5 6 1. Human sensor • 2. • Please do not put any object on the right side of the monitor to avoid any interference. • Please make sure that the Human Sensor is not placed anywhere higher than the user’s shoulder. Button: • 1-2 Human sensor will detect user’s presence in front of the monitor screen.
• Use this hot key to switch from six video preset modes (Scenery Mode, Standard Mode, Theater Mode, Game Mode, Night View Mode, and sRGB Mode) with SPLENDID™ Video Intelligence Technology. • Exit the OSD menu or go back to the previous menu as the OSD menu is active. 3. 4. Button: • Press this button to increase the value of the function selected or move right/up to the next function. • This is also a hot key for Brightness adjustment. MENU Button: • Press this button to enter the OSD menu.
1.3.2 1 Rear of the LCD monitor 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 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. DVI port: This 24-pin port is for PC (Personal Computer) DVI-D digital signal connection. 4. VGA port: This 15-pin port is for PC VGA connection. 5. Audio Line-in Port: 6. USB upstream port: This port is for connection with a USB upstream cable. 7.
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 +22˚ to -5˚ and it allows 160˚ swivel adjustment from either left or right. You can also adjust the monitor’s height within +/- 11cm. -5° ~ +22° 160° 160° 11cm 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/DVI cable: a. Plug one end of the VGA/DVI/ cable to the monitor’s VGA/DVI jack. b. Connect the other end of the VGA/DVI cable to your computer’s VGA/DVI jack. c. Tighten the two screws to secure the VGA/DVI connector.
3.1 OSD (On-Screen Display) menu 3.1.1 How to reconfigure PB238 Splendid Scenery Mode Color Standard Mode Image Theater Mode Input Select Game Mode System Setup Night View Mode 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 Input Select Game Mode System Setup Night View Mode 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 80 Image Saturation 50 Input Select Color Temp. System Setup Skin Tone 100 User Mode Natural Smart View Move Menu OFF 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 50 Image Aspect Control Full Input Select ASCR OFF System Setup Position 60 Focus Move Menu 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.
5. Input Select Select the input source from VGA, or DVI. PB238 Splendid VGA Color DVI Image Input Select System Setup Move 6. Menu Exit System Setup Adjusts the system configuration.
• 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 position (H-Position), vertical position (V-Position), OSD Timeout, DDC/CI, and Transparency of the OSD screen. • Language: Select OSD language. The selections are English, French, German, Spanish, Italian, Dutch, Russian, Traditional Chinese, Simplified Chinese, and Japanese.
3.2 Specifications Model PB238TR Panel Size 23.0”W (58.42cm) Max. Resolution 1920x1080 Brightness (Typ.) 250cd/m2 Intrinsic Contrast Ratio (Typ.) Viewing Angle (CR=10) Display Colors 16.7 M(6bit Hi FRC) Response Time 6ms (Gray to Gray) Satellite Speaker 2W x 2 stereo Earphone Output DVI input D-Sub input Audio Line-in Power ON Consumption Note Tilt VESA Wall Mounting Phys. Dimension (WxHxD) Box Dimension (WxHxD) Net Weight (Esti.) Gross Weight (Esti.
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.
