VH203 Series LCD Monitor User Guide Downloaded from ManualMonitor.
Contents Notices.......................................................................................................... iii Safety information....................................................................................... iv Care & Cleaning............................................................................................ v Chapter 1: Product introduction 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 • 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. viDownloaded from ManualMonitor.
1.1 Welcome! Thank you for purchasing the ASUS® VH203 Series 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 VH203 Series brings you! 1.
1.3 Monitor introduction 1.3.1 Front view Base 1. (VH203T/S) 1 1 2 2 3 3 4 4 5 5 6 6 (VH203N/D) 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. • Press this button to increase the value of the function selected or move right/up to the previous function.
5. Button: • 6. Automatically adjust the image to its optimized position, clock, and phase by pressing this button for 2-4 seconds. (for VGA mode only) 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. 1.3.2 Status Description Blue ON Amber Standby mode OFF OFF Back view Stereo speaker Stereo speaker Screw holes for VESA Wall Mount AUDIO-IN 1 VGA 2 3 Rear connectors 4 Rear connectors 1.
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2.1 Assembling the monitor base To assemble the monitor base: 1. Have the front of the monitor face down on a table. 2. 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 this 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. 2. Remove the rubbers in the four screw holes (Figure 1). 3. Use a screwdriver to remove the two screws on the arm (Figure 1), then slide out the arm/base to detach it from the monitor (Figure 2).
2.4 1. Connecting the cables Connect the cables as the following instructions: AUDIO-IN VGA • 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. Plug the VGA/DVI connector to the LCD monitor’s VGA/DVI port. b.
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3.1 OSD (On-Screen Display) menu 3.1.1 How to reconfigure 111 Press the MENU button to activate the OSD menu. 222 Press and (or ) to navigate through the functions. Highlight and activate the desired function by pressing the MENU button. If the function selected has a sub-menu, press and (or ) again to navigate through the sub-menu functions. Highlight and activate the desired sub-menu function by pressing the MENU button. 333 Press and selected function.
2. Image You can adjust brightness, contrast, ASCR, sharpness, saturation, position (VGA only), and focus (VGA only) from this menu. • Brightness: the adjusting range is from 0 to 100. activate this function. • Contrast: the adjusting range is from 0 to 100. is a hotkey to activate this function. (For those models without speakers) • ASCR: turns on/off the ASCR (ASUS Smart Contrast Ratio) function. • Sharpness: the adjusting range is from 0 to 100.
4. Input Select In this function, you can select your desired input source. (VH203T/VH203N) 5. System Setup Allow you to adjust the system. • Volume: the adjusting range is from 0 to 100. is a hotkey to activate this function. (For those models with speakers) • Aspect Control: adjusts the aspect ratio to “Full” or “4:3”. • OSD Setup: * Adjusts the horizontal postition (H-Position)/the vertical position (V-Position) of the OSD from 0 to 100. * Adjusts the OSD timeout from 10 to 120.
3.2 Specifications summary (VH203T) Panel type Panel size Max. resolution Pixel pitch Brightness (Typ.) Brightness (Max.) Contrast ratio (Typ.) Contrast ratio (Max.
Specifications summary (VH203S) Panel type Panel size Max. resolution Pixel pitch Brightness (Typ.) Brightness (Max.) Contrast ratio (Typ.) Contrast ratio (Max.) Viewing angle(H/V) CR>10 Display colors Response time SPLENDID™ Video Enhancement SPLENDID™ selection Auto adjustment Color temperature selection Skin-tone selection Analog input Audio-in port Colors Speaker (Built-in) Power LED VESA wall mount Tilt Kensington lock Voltage rating Power consumption TFT LCD 20" (16:9) wide screen 1600 x 900 0.
Specifications summary (VH203N) Panel type Panel size Max. resolution Pixel pitch Brightness (Typ.) Brightness (Max.) Contrast ratio (Typ.) Contrast ratio (Max.) Viewing angle(H/V) CR>10 Display colors Response time SPLENDID™ Video Enhancement SPLENDID™ selection Auto adjustment Color temperature selection Skin-tone selection Digital input Analog input Colors Power LED VESA wall mount Tilt Kensington lock Voltage rating Power consumption TFT LCD 20" (16:9) wide screen 1600 x 900 0.
Specifications summary (VH203D) Panel type Panel size Max. resolution Pixel pitch Brightness (Typ.) Brightness (Max.) Contrast ratio (Typ.) Contrast ratio (Max.) Viewing angle(H/V) CR>10 Display colors Response time SPLENDID™ Video Enhancement SPLENDID™ selection Auto adjustment Color temperature selection Skin-tone selection Analog input Colors Power LED VESA wall mount Tilt Kensington lock Voltage rating Power consumption TFT LCD 20" (16:9) wide screen 1600 x 900 0.
3.3 Troubleshooting (FAQ) Problem Power LED is not ON The power LED lights amber and there is no screen image Screen image is too light or dark 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 if the monitor and the computer are in the ON mode. • Make sure the signal cable is properly connected the monitor and the computer.
3.4 Resolution Frequency 720 x 400 640 x 480 640 x 480 640 x 480 640 x 480 800 x 600 800 x 600 800 x 600 800 x 600 832 x 624 848 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 1600 x 900 Supported operating modes Horizontal Frequency (KHz) 31.47 31.47 35.00 37.87 37.50 35.16 37.88 48.08 46.86 49.72 29.830 48.36 56.476 60.02 67.50 44.772 49.702 60.00 63.98 79.98 47.712 55.54 Vertical Frequency (Hz) 70.08 59.94 66.66 72.82 75.00 56.
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