VG248 series LCD Monitor User Guide
First Edition November 2012 Copyright © 2012 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”).
Contents Notices.......................................................................................................... iv Safety information........................................................................................ v Care & Cleaning........................................................................................... vi Takeback Services...................................................................................... vii Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.1 Welcome! .......
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. 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.
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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 to you! 1.
1.3 Monitor introduction 1.3.1 Front view 1 1. 3 4 5 6 button: • Selects a desired preset mode. • Exits the OSD menu or goes back to the previous menu when the OSD menu is active. • Decreases values or moves your selection left/down. • GamePlus hotkey. Press needed. button: 2. 3. 2 to select and MENU to confirm the function MENU button: • Turns on the OSD menu. Enacts the selected OSD menu item. • Increases values or moves your selection right/up. • Brightness hotkey button: 4.
6. Power button/power indicator • Turns the monitor on/off. • The color definition of the power indicator is as the below table. 1.3.2 Status Description Blue Amber OFF ON Standby mode OFF Back view 4 6 Rear connectors 1. AC-IN port. This port connects the power cord. 2. Displayport. This port is for connection for a DisplayPort compatible device. 3. DVI (Dual-Link) port. This 24-pin port is for PC (Personal Computer) DVI-digital signal connection. 4. HDMI port.
1.3.3 GamePlus Function The GamePlus Function provides a toolkit and creates a better gaming environment for users when playing different types of games. In addition, Aimpoint function is specially designed for new gamers or beginners interested in First Person Shooter (FPS) games. To active GamePlus: 1-4 1. Press the GamePlus hotkey. 2. Press 3. Press MENU to confirm the function you choose, and to select between Aimpoint and Timer function. to go back, off, and exit.
2.1 Assembling the monitor arm/base To assemble the monitor base: 1. Have the front of the monitor face down on a table. 2. Rotate the arm anti-clockwise 90 degrees. (Figure 1) 3. Fix the base to the arm by fastening the bundled screw. (Figure 2) (Figure 3) 4. Align the arrow mark on the base with the two screws to allow 90 degrees swivel from either left or right. We recommend that you cover the table surface with soft cloth to prevent damage to the monitor. Figure 1 2.
2.3 Detaching the arm (for VESA wall mount) The detachable arm of this monitor is specially designed for VESA wall mount. To detach the arm: 1. Have the front of the monitor face down on a table. 2. Loosen the four screws on the back of the monitor and remove the arm/base. We recommend that you cover the table surface with soft cloth to prevent damage to the monitor. 2.
• To connect the power cord: connect one end of the power cord securely to the monitor’s AC input, the other end to a power outlet. • To connect the DVI/HDMI/DisplayPort cable: a. Plug one end of the DVI/HDMI/DisplayPort cable to the monitor’s DVI/ HDMI/DisplayPort port. b. Connect the other end of the DVI/HDMI/DisplayPort cable to your computer's DVI/HDMI/DisplayPort port. c. Tighten the two screws to secure the DVI connector.
2-4 Chapter 2: Setup
3.1 OSD (On-Screen Display) menu 3.1.1 How to reconfigure 1. Press the MENU button to activate the OSD menu. VG248 Splendid Scenery Mode Blue Light Filter Standard Mode Color Theater Mode Image Game Mode Input Select Night View Mode System Setup sRGB and to Press navigate through the functions. Highlight the desired function and press the MENU button to activate and again it. If the function selected has a sub-menu, press to navigate through the sub-menu functions.
2. Blue Light Filter In this function, you can adjust the blue light filter level. • Level 0: No change. • VG248 Splendid Level 0 Blue Light Filter Level 1 Color Level 2 Image Level 3 Level 1~4: The higher the level, the less blue light is scattered. 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.
• Smart View: provides better display quality under big viewing angle. In the User mode, colors of R (Red), G (Green), and B (Blue) are userconfigurable; the adjusting range is from 0-100. 4. Image You can adjust Sharpness, Trace Free, Aspect Control and ASCR, from this menu. • Sharpness: the adjusting range is from 0 to 100.
• Information: shows the monitor information. • Language: there are 21 languages for your selection, including English, French, German, Italian, Spanish, Dutch, Portuguese, Russian, Czech, Croatian, Polish, Romanian, Hungarian, Turkish, Simplified Chinese, Traditional Chinese, Japanese, Korean, Thai, Indonesian, Persian. All Reset: “Yes” allows you to restore the default settings.
3.2 Specifications summary Panel Type Panel size Max. Resolution Pixel pitch Brightness (Typ.) Contrast Ratio (Typ.) Contrast Ratio (Max.) Viewing angle(H/V) CR>10 Display colors Response time SPLENDID™ Video Enhancement SPLENDID™ selection Color temperature selection Skin-Tone selection Digital input Temperature (Operating) TFT LCD 24”W (16:9, 60.97 cm) wide screen 1920 x 1080 0.270 mm 350 cd/m2 1000:1 80,000,000:1 (with ASCR on) 170˚/160˚ 16.
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 • Check if the monitor and the computer are no 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 Resolution Frequency Refresh Rate Horizontal 640x350 70Hz 31.469KHz 640x350 85Hz 37.861KHz 640x480 60Hz 31.469KHz 640x480 67Hz 35KHz 640x480 75Hz 37.5KHz 640x480 85Hz 43.269KHz 720x400 70Hz 31.469KHz 720x400 85Hz 37.927KHz 800x600 56Hz 35.156KHz 800x600 60Hz 37.897KHz 800x600 72Hz 48.077KHz 800x600 75Hz 46.875KHz 800x600 85Hz 53.674KHz 832x624 75Hz 49.725KHz 848x480 60Hz 31.02KHz 1024x768 60Hz 48.363KHz 1024x768 70Hz 56.
Resolution Frequency Refresh Rate Horizontal 1920x1080 (DVI/DP) 85Hz 95.43KHz (2D) 1920x1080 (DVI/DP) 144Hz 158.11KHz (2D) 1920x1080 (DVI/DP) 100Hz 113.3KHz (2D) 1920x1080 (DVI/DP) 120Hz 137.2KHz (2D) 640x480P (HDMI) 59.94/60Hz 31.469KHz/31.5KHz 720x480P (HDMI) 59.94/60Hz 31.469KHz/31.5KHz 720x576P (HDMI) 50Hz 31.25KHz 1280x720P (HDMI) 50Hz 37.5KHz 1280x720P (HDMI) 59.94/60Hz 44.955KHz/45KHz 1440x480P (HDMI) 59.94/60Hz 31.469KHz/31.5KHz 1440x576P (HDMI) 50Hz 31.
