VC239 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.
Please use ADP-40KD or ADP-33AW DELTA adapter. 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.
CAUTION 1.3 Assembling the monitor To assemble the monitor: 1-2 1. Place the display flat on a cloth on the table, Then 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.
1.4 Connect cables 1.4.1 Rear of the LCD monitor VC239H VC239N/N-W 6 HDMI DVI VGA 3 2 4 5 1 6 1 DVI VGA 2 4 VC239HE 6 1 1. AC-IN Port 2. DVI Port 3. HDMI Port 4. VGA Port 5. Audio - in Port 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. VC239H/VC239HE 6 5 VC239N Auto VC239N-W Auto 10 9 8 7 4 3 2 1 1. Power Indicator: • 2. Status Description White ON Amber Standby mode OFF OFF Power Button: • Press this button to turn the monitor on/off. • Press this button to enter the OSD menu. 3. MENU Button: 4.
• 5. QuickFit Button: • This is a hotkey to activate the QuickFit function designed for alignment. • The QuickFit function contains 5 pages of common grid patterns, paper sizes, and photo sizes. See page 1-6 for details. 6. Input Select Button: • 7. GamePlus: The GamePlus Function provides a toolkit and creates a better gaming environment for users when playing different types of games.
1.5.2 QuickFit Function The QuickFit function contains three patterns: (1) Grid (2) Paper size (3) Photo size. 1. Grid pattern: Facilitates designers and users to organize content and layout on one page and achieve a consistent look and feel(Grid1 only for VC239HE). Alignment Grid 1 2. Alignment Grid 2 Paper size: Provides users to view their documents in real size on the screen. B5 Letter B5 Letter EXIT 3.
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 your fingers to loosen the screw located at the bottom of the base,and remove the base from the stand.And then remove the hinge cover from monitor body by using your fingers. 3.
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 +20˚ to -5˚ -5° ~ +20° 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 VC239 Standard Mode VGA 1920x1080 0 @ 60Hz Splendid Scenery mode Blue Light Filter Standard Mode Color Theater Mode Image Game Mode Input Select Night View Mode System Setup sRGB Mode Shortcut 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.
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.
2. Blue Light Filter Adjust the energy level of blue light emitted from LED backlight. VC239 Standard Mode VGA 1920x1080 0 @ 60Hz Splendid Level 0 Blue Light Filter Level 1 Color Level 2 Image Level 3 Input Select Level 4 System Setup Shortcut • 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.
3. Color Select the image color you like from this function. VC239 Standard Mode VGA 1920x1080 0 @ 60Hz Splendid Brightness Blue Light Filter Contrast Color Saturation Image Color Temp. Input Select Skin Tone System Setup Shortcut • 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.
4. Image You can adjust the image Sharpness, Aspect Control, VividPixel, ASCR, Position (VGA only), Focus (VGA only), and Auto Adjust (VGA only), from this main function. VC239 Standard Mode VGA 1920x1080 0 @ 60Hz Splendid Sharpness Blue Light Filter Aspect Control Color VividPixel Image ASCR Input Select Position System Setup Focus Shortcut AUTO Adjust • Sharpness: Adjusts the picture sharpness. The adjusting range is from 0 to 100.
5. Input Select Select the input source from VGA, DVI(VC239H/N/N-W), HDMI (VC239H/HE) input signal.
6. System Setup Adjusts the system configuration.
GamePlus main menu GamePlus-Aimpoint GamePlus Aimpoint Timer (Practice Mode) GamePlus main-Timer GamePlus main-Timer-Position Position 3-8 • ECO Mode: Activate the ecology mode for power saving. • OSD Setup: Adjusts the OSD Timeout, DDC/CI, and Transparency of the OSD screen. • Language: Select OSD language.
7. Shortcut Selecting this option allows you to set two shortcut keys. VC239 Standard Mode VGA 1920x1080 0 @ 60Hz Splendid Shortcut 1 Blue Light Filter Shortcut 2 Color Image Input Select System Setup Shortcut • Shortcut 1: User can select from “Blue Light Filter” “Splendid”, “Brightness”, “AUTO Adjust”(VC239H/VC239HE), “Contrast”, “Color Temp”, “Volume”(Only for VC239H), “GamePlus”, Quickfit(Only for VC239N-W) and set as shortcut key .
3.2 Specifications Model VC239H Panel Size VC239HE 23.0”W (58.42 cm) Max. Resolution 1920x1080 Brightness (Typ.) 250cd/m2 Intrinsic Contrast Ratio (Typ.) 1000:1 Viewing Angle (CR=10) 178°(V) /178°(H) Display Colors 16.7 M(6bit+FRC) 5ms (G To G σ) Response Time Satellite Speaker 1.5W x 2 stereo No Sound from HDMI Yes No No HDMI input Yes No Yes DVI input Yes Yes No D-Sub input Audio Line-in Note Chassis Colors Power saving mode Power off mode Tilt VESA Wall Mounting 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.
