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E3192 V1 April 2007 Copyright © 2007 ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. All Rights Reserved. No part of this manual, including the products and software described in it, may be reproduced, transmitted, transcribed, stored in a retrieval system, or translated into any language in any form or by any means, except documentation kept by the purchaser for backup purposes, without the express written permission of ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. (“ASUS”).
Table of contents Notices.......................................................................................................... iv Safety information........................................................................................ v Care & Cleaning .......................................................................................... vi Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.1 Welcome! ..................................................................................... 1-1 1.
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. 2. ASUS websites The ASUS websites worldwide provide updated information on ASUS hardware and software products. Refer to http://www.asus.com 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. Downloaded from ManualMonitor.
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1.1 Welcome! Thank you for purchasing the ASUS® VB172 Series LCD monitor! The latest LCD monitor from ASUS provides a host of features that enhance your viewing experience. With these features, you can enjoy the convenience and delightful visual experience that the VB172 Series brings you! 1.
1.3 Monitor introduction 1.3.1 Front of the LCD monitor 1 1. • • • 2. 3. 4. • • 2 3 4 5 6 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. Automatically adjust the image to its optimized position, clock, and phase by pressing this button for 2-4 seconds (for VGA mode only).
5. 6. Power button • Press this button to turn the monitor on/off. Power indicator • The color definition of the power indicator is as the below table. Status Blue Amber OFF 1.3.2 Description ON Standby mode OFF Rear of the LCD monitor Screw holes for VESA Wall Mount Rear connectors 1 2 3 4 Rear connectors 1. 2. 3. 4. AC-IN port. This port connects the power connector from the bundled power cord. DVI port. This 24-pin port is for PC (Personal Computer) DVI-D digital signal connection. VGA port.
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2.1 Assembling the monitor base To assemble the monitor base: 1. 2. Have the front of the monitor face down on a table. Connect the base with the arm according to the below drawing. A click shows that the base has been connected successfully. We recommend that you cover the table surface with soft cloth to prevent damage to the monitor. 2.
2.3 Detaching the arm/base (for VESA wall mount) The detachable arm/base of the VB172 Series LCD monitor is specially designed for VESA wall mount. To detach the arm/base: 1. Have the front of the monitor face down on a table. 3. Use a screwdriver to remove the four screws on the arm (Figure 1), then slide out the arm/base to detach it from the monitor (Figure 2). 2. Remove the rubbers in the four screw holes (Figure 1).
2.4 1. • • • Connecting the cables Connect the cables as the following instructions: To connect the audio cable: connect one end of the audio cable to the monitor’s Audio-in port, the other end to the computer's audio-out port. 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. b. c. Plug the VGA/DVI connector to the LCD monitor’s VGA/DVI port.
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3.1 OSD (On-Screen Display) menu 3.1.1 How to reconfigure 1. Press the MENU button to activate the OSD menu. and to navigate through the functions. Highlight and activate Press 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. 2. 3. and Press 4. to change the settings of the selected function.
2. Image You can adjust brightness, contrast, sharpness, saturation,position (VGA only), ASCR, and focus (VGA only) from this main function. • Brightness: the adjusting range is from 0 to 100. activate this function. • Contrast: the adjusting range is from 0 to 100. • Sharpness: the adjusting range is from 0 to 100. • Saturation: the adjusting range is from 0 to 100. • ASCR: turns on/off the ASCR(ASUS Smart Contrast Ratio) function.
4. Input Select In this function, you can select either VGA or DVI input source. (Only for some models) 5. System Setup Allow you to adjust the system. • • • • • Volume: the adjusting range is from 0 to 100. this function. is a hotkey to activate OSD Setup: adjusts the horizontal postition (H-Position) and the vertical position (V-Position) of the OSD. The adjusting range is from 0 to 100. In the OSD Timeout selection, you can adjust the OSD timeout from 10 to 120.
3.2 Specifications summary Panel Type Panel size Max. Resolution Brightness (Typ.) Contrast Ratio (Typ.
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 Supported operating modes Display resolution Horizontal frequency Refersh rate 640 x 350 640 x 400 640 x 480 640 x 480 640 x 480 640 x 480 720 x 400 800 x 600 800 x 600 800 x 600 800 x 600 832 x 624 1024 x 768 1024 x 768 1024 x 768 1152 x 864 1152 x 870 1280 x 1024 1280 x 1024 31.5KHz 31.5KHz 31.5KHz 35.0KHz 37.9KHz 37.5KHz 31.5KHz 35.1KHz 37.9KHz 46.7KHz 48.1KHz 49.7KHz 48.4KHz 56.5KHz 60.0KHz 67.5KHz 68.
