VA229NR LCD Monitor User Guide
Table of contents Safety information....................................................................................... iii Care & Cleaning........................................................................................... iv 1.1 Welcome!....................................................................................... 1-1 1.2 Package contents.......................................................................... 1-1 1.3 Assembling the monitor base...................................
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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® 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 monitor brings you! 1.
1.3 Assembling the monitor base 1. Attach the base to the arm. 2. Screw the base to the arm tightly. 1 2 • 1-2 We recommend that you cover the table surface with soft cloth to prevent damage to the monitor.
1.4 Monitor introduction 1.4.1 Front of the LCD monitor 1. 2. + MENU 1 2 3 4 5 • When OSD menu is off, press to activate the Auto Adjustment function The Auto Adjustment function is used to optimized the H.Pos, V.Pos, Clock and Focus.（Only available for VGA input.） • When OSD menu is on, press to exit the OSD menu. - Button: When OSD menu is on, press - or + to adjust menu. + Button: • 4. - AUTO Button: • 3. AUTO When OSD menu is on, press - or + to adjust menu.
• Press this button to enter/select the icon (function) highlighted while the OSD is activated. • Press this button over five seconds to enable or disable the key lock function. 5. 1-4 Power Button/Power Indicator: • Press this button to turn the monitor on/off. • The color definition of the power indicator is as the below table.
1.4.2 Rear of the LCD monitor 4 1 1. AC-IN port 2. DVI port 3. VGA port 4.
2.1 Detaching the arm/stand (for VESA wall mount) The detachable stand of this monitor is specially designed for VESA wall mount. 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 to loosen the screw located at the bottom of the base, and remove the base from the stand. 3. Or you may directly use a screwdriver to remove the screws that secure the stand to the monitor, and 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 VA229 Splendid Scenery Mode Blue Light Filter Standard Mode Color Theater Mode Image Game Mode Input Select Night View Mode System Setup sRGB Mode Reading Mode Darkroom Mode AUTO : EXIT - / + : Move MENU : Enter 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.
2. • Standard Mode: This is the best choice for document editing with SplendidPlus Video Intelligence Technology. • Theater Mode: This is the best choice for movie watching with SplendidPlus Video Intelligence Technology. • Game Mode: This is the best choice for game playing with SplendidPlus Video Intelligence Technology. • Night View Mode: This is the best choice for playing dark-scene game or watching dark-scene movie with SplendidPlus Video Intelligence Technology.
3. • When Blue Light Filter is activated,the default settings of Standard Mode will be automatically imported. • Between Level 1 to Level 3, the Brightness function is user-configurable. • Level 4 is optimized setting. It is compliance with TUV Low Blue Light Certification. The Brightness function is not user-configurable. Color Select the image color you like from this function. VA229 Splendid Brightness Blue Light Filter Contrast Color Saturation Image Color Temp.
VA229 Splendid Sharpness 0 Blue Light Filter Trace Free 60 Aspect Control Color Image 25 OFF ASCR Input Select Position System Setup Focus AUTO : EXIT 5. Full Vividpixel - / + : Move MENU : Enter • Sharpness: Adjusts the picture sharpness. The adjusting range is from 0 to 100. • Trace Free: Speeds up the response time by Over Drive technology. The adjusting range is from lower 0 to faster 100. • Aspect Control: Adjusts the aspect ratio to “Full”, “4:3”.
VA229 Splendid VGA Blue Light Filter DVI Color Image Input Select System Setup AUTO : EXIT 6. - / + : Move MENU : Enter System Setup Adjusts the system configuration.
• Select ON to enter the GamePlus main menu. • Press - and + to select between Aimpoint and Timer function. • Press MENU to confirm the function you choose. Press AUTO to go off, and exit. GamePlus main menu GamePlus-Crosshair GamePlus Crosshair Timer (Practice Mode) GamePlus main-Timer GamePlus main-Timer-Position Position • QuickFit： contains three patterns: (1) Grid (2) Photo size. 1.
4x6 3-7 3x5 2x2 • ECO Mode: Activate the ecology mode for power saving. • OSD Setup: Adjusts the H-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, Japanese, Persian, Thai, Indonesian, Poland, Turkey, Portugal, Czech, Croatia, Hungary, Romania, and Korean. • Key Lock: To disable all function keys.
3.2 Specifications Model VA229NR Panel Size 21.5” W (54.61 cm) Max. Resolution 1920 x 1080 Brightness (Typ.) 250cd/m2 Intrisinc Contrast Ratio (Typ.) Viewing Angle (CR≤10) Display Colors Response Time (Typ.) D-Sub input DVI input Power ON Consumption 1000:1 178°(V); 178°(H) 16.7 M 5 ms (Gray to Gray) Yes Yes 21 W Power saving mode < 0.5 W Power off mode < 0.5 W Tilt VESA Wall Mounting Phys. Dimension (WxHxD) Box Dimension (WxHxD) Net Weight (Esti.) Gross Weight (Esti.
3.3 Troubleshooting (FAQ) Problem Power LED is not ON Possible Solution • 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 VESA / IBM Modes Support Timing Resolution 640 x 350 640 x 480 640 x 480 640 x 480 720 x 400 800 x 600 800 x 600 800 x 600 848 x 480 1024 x 768 1024 x 768 1024 x 768 1152 x 864 1280 x 720 1280 x 800 1280 x 960 1280 x 1024 1280 x 1024 1366 x 768 1440 x 900 1680 x 1050 1680 x 1050 1920 x 1080 1920 x 1080 Refresh Rate 70Hz 60Hz 67Hz 75Hz 70Hz 60Hz 72Hz 75Hz 60Hz 60Hz 70Hz 75Hz 75Hz 60Hz 60Hz 60Hz 60Hz 75Hz 60Hz 60Hz 60Hz 60Hz 60Hz 60Hz Horizontal Frequency 31.469KHz 31.
