VW195xL / VW202xL / VW225xL Series LCD Monitor User Guide MENU
E3774 First Edition V1 July 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.
1.1 Welcome! Thank you for purchasing the ASUS® VW195xL/VW202xL/VW225xL 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 VW195xL/VW202xL/VW225xL Series brings you! 1.
1.3 Monitor introduction 1.3.1 Front view MENU Base 1 1. 5 • 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 activated. • Automatically adjust the image to its optimized position, clock, and phase by pressing this button for 2-4 seconds (for VGA mode only).
5. Power button/power indicator • Press this button to turn the monitor on/off. • The color definition of the power indicator is as the table below. Status Blue Amber OFF 1.3.2 Description ON Standby mode OFF Back view Stereo speaker Stereo speaker Screw holes for VESA Wall Mount Rear connectors Monitor base release button 1 2 3 4 Rear connectors 1. Audio-in port. This port connects PC audio source by the bundled audio cable. 2. AC-IN port.
1-4 Chapter 1: Product introduction
2.1 Assembling the monitor base To assemble the monitor base 1. Have the monitor base place on a flat table. 2. Connect the base with the arm according to the below drawing. A click sound shows that the base has been connected successfully. 3. Remove the monitor height adjustment lock. 2 3 1 The monitor height adjustment lock should NEVER be removed BEFORE you place the monitor VERTICALLY on a flat surface.
2.2 Adjusting the monitor angles • 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 base to prevent the monitor from falling when you change its angle. • You can tilt the monitor’s from -3º to 20º, swivel from left-to-right for 45º, and lift the monitor’s height for about 70mm. -3º~20º 70mm 45º 45º 0º 2.
Figure 1 Rubbers in the screw holes Two screws Arm/base Figure 2 Figure 3 We recommend that you cover the table surface with soft cloth to prevent damage to the monitor.
2.4 Disassembling the monitor base (for product packing) To disassemble the monitor base 1. Lower the monitor to its lowest height, and then insert the monitor height adjustment lock. 2. Have the front of the monitor face down on a table. 3. Press and hold the release button on the monitor base and remove the monitor base from the monitor arm. 3 1 2.5 1.
When both the VGA and the DVI cables are connected, you can choose either VGA mode or DVI mode from the Input Select item of the OSD functions. 2. Gather all the cables with the cable hook. Cable hook 2.6 Turning on the monitor Gently press the power button . See page 1-2 for the location of the power button. The power indicator lights up in blue to show that the monitor is ON.
2-6 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. 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 sub-menu, press and again to navigate through the sub-menu functions. Highlight and activate the desired submenu 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. • ASCR: turns on/off the ASCR(ASUS Smart Contrast Ratio) function. • Sharpness: the adjusting range is from 0 to 100. • Saturation: the adjusting range is from 0 to 100.
4. Input Select In this function, you can select either VGA or DVI input source. (Only for some models) 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. • 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 Specifications summary (VW195xL Series) Panel Type Panel size Max. Resolution Pixel pitch Brightness (Typ.) Brightness (Max.) Contrast Ratio (Typ.) Contrast Ratio (Max.
Specifications summary (VW202xL Series) 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 USB 2.
Specifications summary (VW225xL Series) Panel Type Panel size Max. Resolution Pixel pitch Brightness (Typ.) Brightness (Max.) Contrast Ratio (Typ.) Contrast Ratio (Max.
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 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.
3.4 Standard DOS VGA SVGA XGA SXGA VESA UXGA VESA Supported operating modes Resolution Frequency 720 x 400 640 x 480 640 x 480 640 x 480 800 x 600 800 x 600 800 x 600 800 x 600 1024 x 768 1024 x 768 1024 x 768 1280 x 960 1280 x 1024 1280 x 1024 1152 x 864 1440 x 900 (VW195xL Primary) 1600 x 1200 1680 x 1050 (VW202xL / VW225xL Primary) Horizontal Frequency 31.47KHz 31.47KHz 37.90KHz 37.50KHz 35.16KHz 37.90KHz 48.10KHz 46.90KHz 48.40KHz 56.50KHz 60.02KHz 60.00KHz 64.00KHz 80.00KHz 67.
