VW223 Series LCD Monitor User Guide Downloaded from ManualMonitor.
E3693 First Edition V1 March 2008 Copyright © 2008 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 Contents....................................................................................................... iii Notices.......................................................................................................... iv Safety information....................................................................................... vi Care & Cleaning ......................................................................................... 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.
TCO Development Congratulations! The display you have just purchased carries the TCO’03 Displays label. This means that your display is designed, manufactured and tested according to some of the strictest quality and environmental requirements in the world. This makes for a high performance product, designed with the user in focus that also minimizes the impact on our natural environment.
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. viii Downloaded from ManualMonitor.
1.1 Welcome! Thank you for purchasing the ASUS® VW223 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 VW223 Series brings you! 1.
1.3 Monitor introduction 1.3.1 Front view VW223B Base 1 1. 3 4 5 6 • Use this hotkey to switch from five video preset modes (Scenery Mode, Standard Mode, Theater Mode, Game Mode, Night View 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).
6. 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. Status Blue Amber OFF Description ON Standby mode OFF VW223S 1 1. 3 4 5 6 Button: • Use this hotkey to switch from five video preset modes (Scenery Mode, Standard Mode, Theater Mode, Game Mode, Night View Mode) with SPLENDID™ Video Enhancement Technology. • Exit the OSD menu or go back to the previous menu as the OSD menu is active. 2. 3.
VW223D 1 1. 3 4 5 6 Button: • Use this hotkey to switch from five video preset modes (Scenery Mode, Standard Mode, Theater Mode, Game Mode, Night View Mode) with SPLENDID™ Video Enhancement Technology. • Exit the OSD menu or go back to the previous menu as the OSD menu is active. 2. 3. 2 Button: • Press this button to decrease the value of the function selected or move left/down to the previous function. • This is also a hotkey for Contrast adjustment.
VW223N 1 1. 3 4 5 6 Button: • Use this hotkey to switch from five video preset modes (Scenery Mode, Standard Mode, Theater Mode, Game Mode, Night View 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).
VW223T 1 1. 3 4 5 6 Button: • Use this hotkey to switch from five video preset modes (Scenery Mode, Standard Mode, Theater Mode, Game Mode, Night View 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).
1.3.2 Back view Stereo speaker Stereo speaker Screw holes for VESA Wall Mount USB hub Rear connectors 1 2 3 4 5 Rear connectors 1. AC-IN port. This port connects the power connector from the bundled power cord. 2. Audio-in port (VW223S, VW223T only). This port connects PC audio source by the bundled audio cable. 3. DVI port (VW223N, VW223T onlyl). This 24-pin port is for PC (Personal Computer) DVI-D digital signal connection. 4. VGA port. This 15-pin port is for PC VGA connection. 5.
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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 the VW223 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. 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: AC-IN AUDIO DVI IN VGA 2.0 (B-Type) • To connect the power cord: connect one end of the power cord securely to the monitor’s AC input port, and the other end to a power outlet. • To connect the USB cable (VW223B only): connect the B-type end of the USB cable to the monitor's USB port, and the A-type end to the computer's USB 2.0 port. • To connect the VGA cable / DVI cable (VW223N / VW223T only): • a.
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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. 2. Press and to navigate through the functions. Highlight and activate the desired function by pressing the MENU button. If the function selected has a submenu, press and again to navigate through the sub-menu functions. Highlight and activate the desired sub-menu function by pressing the MENU button. 3. Press 4. To exit the OSD menu, press the adjust any other function. 3.1.2 1.
2. Image You can adjust brightness, contrast, sharpness, saturation, position (VGA only), ASCR, and focus (VGA only) from this main function. 3. • Brightness: the adjusting range is from 0 to 100. is a hotkey to 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 from VGA, DVI (Only for some models), or EzLink (VW223B only) input source. 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.). • 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. *Enables or disables the DDC/CI function.
3.2 ASUS EzLink Display (VW223B only) ASUS VW223B provides the easy-to-use EzLink Display that allows you to transfer digital video signal from your PC to your LCD via a standard USB 2.0 cable. Without the necessity of purchasing additional graphics cards, EzLink Display supports up to 6 ASUS LCD monitors connected to a single PC, providing the flexibility for multi-screen applications. 3.2.1 3 4 6 2 1 5 • The above illustration of multi-monitor connection is for reference only.
3.2.2 Installing ASUS EzLink Display: 1. Close all other applications. 2. Insert the support CD into the optical drive and select the EzLink Driver. 3. Select the language of the software end user licence agreement and click I Accept. 4. The software installation starts. When finished, click Yes to restart the computer. ASUS VW223 LCD Monitor Downloaded fromSeries ManualMonitor.
3.2.3 Using ASUS EzLink Display: Right-click the EzLink system tray icon to show the EzLink software menu.
3.3 Specifications summary Model Name VW223B VW223S VW223D VW223N VW223T 22" Wide Screen Display Panel Size TN Panel Type Physical 1680 x 1050 Resolution 300cd/ m2 Brightness (Max.) Intrisinc Contrast 1000:1 Ratio (Max.) Dynamic 3000:1 Contrast Ratio (Max.) Viewing Angle 160°(V) ; 170°(H) (CR=10) Color Saturation 72% (NTSC) 16.7 M (6-bit + Hi-FRC) Display Colors 5ms (Tr+Tf) Response Time No No No Yes Yes Video HDCP support Features SPLENDID™ Yes Video Intelligence Tech.
Specifications summary (continue) Model Name VW223B VW223S VW223D VW223N VW223T USB 2.0 No No DVI DVI Input / Output PC Digital Input PC Analogue D-Sub Input PC Audio Input 3.5mm 3.
3.4 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.
3.5 Supported operating modes Resolution Refresh Rate 720 x 400 640 x 480 640 x 480 640 x 480 640 x 480 800 x 600 800 x 600 800 x 600 832 x 624 1024 x 768 1024 x 768 1024 x 768 1152 x 864 1280 x 960 1280 x 1024 1280 x 1024 1440 x 900 1600 x 1200 1680 x 1050 70 Hz 60 Hz 67 Hz 72 Hz 75 Hz 60 Hz 72 Hz 75 Hz 75 Hz 60 Hz 70 Hz 75 Hz 75 Hz 60 Hz 60 Hz 75 Hz 60 Hz 60 Hz 60 Hz Horizontal Frequency 31.5 kHz 31.5 kHz 35.0 kHz 37.9 kHz 37.5 kHz 37.9 kHz 48.1 kHz 46.9 kHz 49.7 kHz 48.4 kHz 56.5 kHz 60.0 kHz 67.
