VN289 Series LCD Monitor User Guide
Table of contents Notices.......................................................................................................... iii Safety information....................................................................................... iv Care & Cleaning............................................................................................ v 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.
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. vi 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 base 1. Attach the base to the arm. Beware to align the latch to the notch on the base. 2. The end of the arm will slightly protrude from the base. No need to push it in. 3. Screw the base to the arm tightly. 2 1 1 3 4 • We recommend that you cover the table surface with soft cloth to prevent damage to the monitor. 1.4 Connect cables 1.4.
1.4.2 Rear of the LCD monitor 9 8 10 HDMI / MHL 1 2 1. AC-IN port 2. DVI port 3. HDMI / MHL port 4. DisplayPort 5. VGA port 6. Audio - in Port 7. Earphone - out Port 8. Kensington Lock 9. Screw Holes for VESA Wall Mount 3 DP 4 5 6 7 10. Control buttons • Flip upward the IO port cover to connect cables. After connected cables, replace the cover and carefully push it upward to its original position with both thumbs at both sides of the cover.
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. Standard Mode VGA 1920x1080@60Hz Menu QuickFit Input Select Close Brightness Splendid 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 1. 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. 2.
4. Input Select Button: • 5. Use this hotkey to switch from VGA, DVI, HDMI / MHL or DisplayPort input signal. Close Button • 6. Exit the OSD menu. Shortcut key1 • 7. This is a Shortcut key. The default setting is Brightness. Shortcut key2 • This is a Shortcut key. The default setting is Splendid.
1.5.3 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. Alignment Grid 2. Paper size: Provides users to view their documents in real size on the screen. A4 B5 Letter A4 B5 Letter EXIT 3. EXIT Photo size: Provides photographers and other users to accurately view and edit their photos in real size on the screen.
2.1 Detaching the arm/stand (for VESA wall mount) The detachable stand of this monitor is specially designed for VESA wall mount. 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. 3. Or you may directly use a screwdriver to remove the screws that secure the stand to the monitor, and detach the stand from the monitor.
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 while changing its angle. • You can adjust the monitor’s angle from -5˚ to 20˚.
3.1 OSD (On-Screen Display) menu 3.1.1 How to reconfigure VN289 Standard Mode VGA 1920x1080@60Hz Splendid Scenery mode Color Standard Mode Image Theater Mode Sound Game Mode PIP/PBP Setting Night View Mode Input Select sRGB Mode System Setup Reading Mode Shortcut 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. Color Select the image color you like from this function. VN289 Standard Mode VGA 1920x1080@60Hz Splendid Brightness Color Contract Image Saturation Sound Color Temp. PIP/PBP Setting Skin Tone Input Select 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.
3. 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. VN289 Standard Mode VGA 1920x1080 @ 60Hz 3-4 Splendid Sharpness Color Trace Free Image Aspect Control Sound VividPixel PIP/PBP Setting ASCR Input Select Position System Setup Focus Shortcut AUTO Adjust. • Sharpness: Adjusts the picture sharpness. The adjusting range is from 0 to 100.
4. Sound Adjust the sound settings to your preference. VN289 Standard Mode VGA 1920x1080 @ 60Hz Splendid Volume Color Mute Image Source Sound PIP/PBP Setting Input Select System Setup Shortcut 5. • Volume: Adjusts the output volume level. • Mute: Mute the output volume. • Source: Adjusts audio source to “Line In” or “HDMI/MHL” (only available for HDMI/MHL input); Adjusts audio source to “Line In” or “DisplayPort” (only available for DisplayPort input).
• PIP/PBP Source: Selects the video input source among “VGA”, “DVI”, “HDMI/MHL”, or “DisplayPort”. • Size: Adjust the PIP size to “Small”, “Middle”, or “Large”. • Position: Adjusts the position of PIP sub-window to “Right-Top”, “LeftTop”, “Right-Bottom”, or “Left-Bottom”. • Aspect Control: Adjusts the PIP aspect ratio and automatically adjust the PIP window size. • Swap: Swaps the sources of the main- and sub-windows. VGA Sub-window 6.
7. 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.
6. Shortcut Selecting this option allows you to set two shortcut keys. VN289 Standard Mode HDMI 1920x1080@60Hz Splendid Shortcut 1 Color Shortcut 2 Image Splendid Brightness AUTO Adjust. Sound Contrast PIP/PBP Setting PIP/PBP Setting Input Select Color Temp. System Setup Volume Shortcut GamePlus • Shortcut 1: User can select from “Splendid”, “Brightness”, “AUTO Adjust.”, “Contrast”, “PIP/PBP Setting”, “Color Temp.”, “Volume”, “GamePlus” and set as shortcut key.
3.2 Specifications Model VN289Q Panel Size 28” W (71.12 cm) Max. Resolution 1920 x 1080 Brightness (Typ.) 300cd/m2 Intrisinc Contrast Ratio (Typ.) Viewing Angle (CR≤10) Display Colors Response Time (Typ.) D-Sub input HDMI / MHL input Power ON Consumption Note Speaker Earphone Power saving mode Power off mode Tilt 178°(V); 178°(H) 16.7 M ≤5 ms (Gray to Gray) Yes Yes (MHL2.0) Power on<32 W* * Based on Energy Star 6.0 standard Yes Yes < 0.5 W < 0.
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 VESA / IBM Modes Support Timing Resolution 640 x 350 640 x 480 640 x 480 640 x 480 720 x 400 800 x 600 800 x 600 800 x 600 800 x 600 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 1440 x 900 1680 x 1050 1920 x 1080 Refresh Rate 70Hz 60Hz 67Hz 75Hz 70Hz 56Hz 60Hz 72Hz 75Hz 60Hz 70Hz 75Hz 75Hz 60Hz 60Hz 60Hz 60Hz 75Hz 60Hz 60Hz 60Hz Horizontal Frequency 31.469KHz 31.469KHz 35KHz 37.5KHz 31.469KHz 35.156KHz 37.879KHz 48.
