VA325H Series LCD Monitor User Guide
Table of contents Notices.......................................................................................................... iii Safety information....................................................................................... iv Care & Cleaning........................................................................................... vi 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.
WARNING Usage of other than specified head- or earphones can result in hearing loss due to excessive sound pressures.
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® 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 To assemble the monitor: 1. Place the display flat on a cloth on the table. 2. Adjust the monitor to the angle that is most comfortable for you.
1.4 Connect cables 1.4.1 Rear of the LCD monitor 6 1 1. AC-IN Port 2. HDMI Port 3. VGA Port 4. Audio - in Port 5. Earphone Jack 6.
1.5 Monitor introduction 1.5.1 Using the Controls button Use the control button on the back of the monitor to adjust the image settings. Menu Close 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 Input Select GamePlus Brightness Blue Light Filter 1 1. Power Indicator: • 2. Status Description White ON Amber Standby mode OFF OFF Power Button: • 3. Press this button to turn the monitor on/off. Shortcut key2 • 4. This is a Shortcut key. The default setting is Blue Light Filter. Shortcut key1 • 5. This is a Shortcut key.
• 6. GamePlus: The GamePlus Function provides a toolkit and creates a better gaming environment for users when playing different types of games. Particularly, Aimpoint function is specially designed for new gamers or beginners interested in First Person Shooter (FPS) games. Input Select Button • Use this hotkey to switch from VGA, HDMI input signal. • Exit the OSD menu. 7. Close Button 8. MENU Button: • Press this button to enter the OSD menu.
2.1 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 +10˚ to -5˚ -5 ~ 10 It is normal that the monitor slightly shakes while you adjust the viewing angle.
3.1 OSD (On-Screen Display) menu 3.1.1 How to reconfigure Splendid ASUS VA325 Standard Mode VGA 1920x1080@60Hz Scenery Mode Standard Mode Theater Mode Game Mode Night View Mode sRGB Mode Reading Mode Darkroom Mode 1. Press the MENU button to activate the OSD menu. 2. Press the and buttons to toggle between options in the Menu. As you move from one icon to another, the option name is highlighted. 3. To select the highlighted item on the menu press the 4.
3.1.2 1. OSD Function Introduction Splendid This function contains eight 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. Splendid ASUS VA325 Standard Mode VGA 1920x1080@60Hz Scenery Mode Standard Mode Theater Mode Game Mode Night View Mode sRGB Mode Reading Mode Darkroom Mode 3-2 • Scenery Mode: This is the best choice for scenery photo displaying with SPLENDID™ Video Intelligence Technology.
2. Blue Light Filter Adjust the energy level of blue light emitted from LED backlight. Blue Light Filter ASUS VA325 Standard Mode VGA 1920x1080@60Hz Level 0 Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 Level 4 • Level 0: No change. • Level 1~4: The higher the level,the more blue light will be reduced. • 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.
3. Color Select the image color you like from this function. Color ASUS VA325 Standard Mode VGA 1920x1080@60Hz Brightness Contrast Saturation Color Temp. Skin Tone • Brightness: The adjusting range is from 0 to 100. • Contrast: The adjusting range is from 0 to 100. • Saturation: The adjusting range is from 0 to 100. • Color Temp.: Contains three preset color modes (Cool, Normal, Warm) and User Mode. • Skin Tone: Contains three color modes including Reddish, Natural, and Yellowish.
4. Image You can adjust the image Sharpness,Trace Free, Aspect Control, VividPixel, ASCR, Position (VGA only), Focus (VGA only), and Auto Adjust (VGA only), from this main function. Image ASUS VA325 Standard Mode VGA 1920x1080@60Hz Sharpness Trace Free Aspect Control VividPixel ASCR Position Focus Auto Adjust • Sharpness: Adjusts the picture sharpness. The adjusting range is from 0 to 100. • Trace Free: Speeds up the response time by Over Drive technology.
5. Input Select Select the input source from VGA, HDMI input signal. Input Select ASUS VA325 Standard Mode VGA 1920x1080@60Hz VGA HDMI 6. System Setup Adjusts the system configuration.
• Volume: Adjusts the output volume level. • GamePlus: The GamePlus Function provides a toolkit and creates a better gaming environment for users when playing different types of games. Particularly, Crosshair function is specially designed for new gamers or beginners interested in First Person Shooter (FPS) games. To active GamePlus: • Select ON to enter the GamePlus main menu. • Press and • Press Press to confirm the function you choose. Press to go off, and exit.
7. Shortcut Selecting this option allows you to set two shortcut keys. ASUS VA325 Standard Mode VGA 1920x1080@60Hz Shortcut Shortcut 1 Blue Light Filter Shortcut 2 Splendid Brightness Auto Adjust Contrast Color Temp. Volume 3-8 • Shortcut 1: User can select from “Blue Light Filter” “Splendid”, “Brightness”, “Auto Adjust ”, “Contrast”, “Color Temp.”, “Volume ” and set as shortcut key. The default setting is Brightness.
3.2 Specifications Model VA325H Panel Size 31.5”W (80.1 cm) Max. Resolution 1920x1080 Brightness (Typ.) 250cd/m2 Intrinsic Contrast Ratio (Typ.) Viewing Angle (CR>10) 1200:1 178°(V) /178°(H) Display Colors 16.7 M (8bit) Response Time 5ms (G To G ) Satellite Speaker 2W x 2 stereo Sound from HDMI Yes HDMI input Yes D-Sub input Yes Audio Line-in Yes Power ON Consumption < 50 W* Chassis Colors Black Power saving mode < 0.5W Power off mode < 0.5W Tilt -5° ~ +10° Phys.
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. • Check Power Indicator function in main menu OSD. Select “ON” to turn on power LED. 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.
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 1280x1024 1440x900 1440x900 1680x1050 1920x1080 60Hz 75Hz 60Hz 75Hz 60Hz 60Hz 63.
SD/HD Timings (HDMI input only) HDMI 1.3,CEA-861B Formats, SD/HD Supported Primary Timings of (HDMI input only) Resolution Refresh Rate Horizontal Frequency 640x480P 720x480P 720x576P 1280x720P 1280x720P 1920x1080i 1920x1080i 59.94 / 60Hz 59.94 / 60Hz 50Hz 50Hz 59.94 / 60Hz 50Hz 59.94 / 60Hz 31.469 / 31.5kHz 31.469 / 31.5kHz 31.25kHz 37.5kHz 44.955 /45kHz 28.125kHz 33.716 / 33.75kHz HDMI 1.
