VY249 Series LCD Monitor User Guide
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Contents Notices.......................................................................................................... iv TCO Certified................................................................................................ vi Safety Information...................................................................................... vii Care & Cleaning......................................................................................... viii Takeback Services.....................................
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.
ENERGY STAR complied product ENERGY STAR is a joint program of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and the U.S. Department of Energy helping us all save money and protect the environment through energy efficient products and practices. All ASUS products with the ENERGY STAR logo comply with the ENERGY STAR standard, and the power management feature is enabled by default. The monitor and computer are automatically set to sleep after 10 and 30 minutes of user inactivity.
TCO Certified A third-party certification according to ISO 14024 Say hello to a more sustainable product IT products are associated with a wide range of sustainability risks throughout their life cycle. Human rights violations are common in the factories. Harmful substances are used both in products and their manufacture. Products can often have a short lifespan because of poor ergonomics, low quality and when they are not able to be repaired or upgraded. This product is a better choice.
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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Chapter 1: Product Introduction 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 Assembling the Monitor Base 1. Carefully place the monitor on the EPS foam, with the screen facing down. 2. Attach the base to the arm. 3. Lift the screw ring and turn it clockwise to secure the base. 4. Place the arm hinge of the the stand assembly onto its compartment on the rear of the monitor. Then use the L-shaped screwdriver to secure it with four screws. 5. Install the stand cover to the rear of the monitor. • • 1-2 Base screw size: M6 x 12 mm. Hinge screw size: M4 x 10 mm.
1.4 Connect Cables 1.4.1 Rear of the LCD Monitor HDMI 1 V GA 2 3 HDMI VGA 4 5 6 1. Control buttons 4. HDMI port 2. AC-IN port 5. VGA port 3. Kensington Lock 6.
1.5 Monitor Introduction 1.5.1 Using the Control Buttons Use the control buttons on the bottom of the monitor to adjust the image settings. Press key 1-6 to activate the key list page. Menu Blue Light Filter Brightness QuickFit Signal Exit 1 1 1. 3 3 4 5 4 5 6 6 7 Menu Button: • Enter the OSD menu. • Press the button for more than five seconds to activate the key lock function. To unlock, press the button again for more than five seconds. 2.
3. Shortcut Key2: • 4. This is a Shortcut key. The default setting is Brightness. QuickFit Button: • This is a hotkey to activate the QuickFit function designed for alignment. • The QuickFit function contains several options of common grid pattern, paper size, and photo size. See page 1-6 for details. 5. Input Button: • 6. Switch the input source. Close Button: • 7. Exit the OSD menu. Power Button/Power Indicator: • Press this button to turn the monitor on/off.
1.5.2 QuickFit Function The QuickFit function contains three patterns: • Grid pattern: Facilitates designers and users to organize content and layout on one page and achieve a consistent look and feel. Alignment Grid 1 • Alignment Grid 2 Paper size: Provides users to view their documents in real size on the screen. B5 Letter Letter B5 EXIT • Photo size: Provides photographers and other users to accurately view and edit their photos in real size on the screen.
To select the desired alignment pattern, do the following: button to enter the QuickFit menu. See page 1-5 for 1. Press the details. 2. Press the or button to select an option. Then press the button to confirm the selection.
1.5.3 EyeCheck Function The EyeCheck function contains three patterns: • Snellen Chart: Select one of the three available eye charts to measure visual acuity. L0.3 L0.1 L0.4 L0.5 L0.2 L0.6 L0.7 L0.8 L0.9 L1.0 L1.2 • Use the or button to toggle the selection. • Amslter Grid: To check all lines should be straight while focusing at the center point. • Astigmatism: To check each line should be the same width.
To activate EyeCheck: 1. Press the details. button to activate the OSD menu. See page 1-4 for 2. Press the or button to select Eye Care. Then press the button to enter the Eye Care menu. 3. Press the or button to select EyeCheck. Then press the button to enter the EyeCheck menu. 4. Press the or button to select an option. Then press the button to confirm the selection.
To activate EyeCheck using the assigned Shortcut key: 1. Press the details. 2. Press the or button to select Shortcut. Then press the or button to enter the Shortcut menu. Press the or button to select Shortcut 1 or Shortcut 2. Press the or button to enter the Shortcut 1 or Shortcut 2 submenu. Press the or button to select EyeCheck. Then press the button to confirm the selection. Press the button to exit the OSD menu. Press one of the control buttons, and then press the button to select EyeCheck.
1.5.4 GamePlus Function The GamePlus Function provides a toolkit and creates a better gaming environment for users when playing different types of games. The Crosshair overlay with four different crosshair options lets you choose the one that best suits the game you’re playing. The onscreen Timer can be positioned on the left of the display to keep track of the elapsed gaming time. The FPS (frames per second) counter lets you know how smooth the game is running. To activate GamePlus: 1.
To activate GamePlus using the assigned Shortcut key: 1. Press the details. 2. Press the or button to select Shortcut. Then press the or button to enter the Shortcut menu. Press the or button to select Shortcut 1 or Shortcut 2. Press the or button to enter the Shortcut 1 or Shortcut 2 submenu. Press the or button to select GamePlus. Then press the button to confirm the selection. Press the button to exit the OSD menu. Press one of the control buttons, and then press the button to select GamePlus.
GamePlus - Crosshair GamePlus - Timer Crosshair OFF Crosshair1 Timer OFF 30:00 40:00 Crosshair2 Crosshair3 Crosshair4 50:00 60:00 90:00 Crosshair5 GamePlus - FPS Counter GamePlus - Display Alignment FPS Counter OFF Dynamic Frame Rate Graph Display Alignment ON OFF Real-time Frame Rate ASUS LCD Monitor VY249 Series 1-13
Chapter 2: Setup 2.1 Detaching the Base (for VESA Wall Mount) To detach the base, perform the following: 1. Disconnect power and signal cables. Carefully place the monitor on the EPS foam, with the screen facing down. 2. Remove the stand cover. 3. Use the L-shaped screwdriver to remove the four screws. Then remove the stand assembly. 4. Remove the four rubber pads. Then align and install the wall mount bracket on the rear of 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 22°.
Chapter 3: General Instructions 3.1 OSD (On-Screen Display) Menu 3.1.1 How to Reconfigure VY249 1920x1080 60Hz Splendid Splendid Standard Mode Signal HDMI Brightness 90 Standard Mode sRGB Mode Eye Care Scenery Mode Theater Mode Color Game Mode Night View Mode Image Reading Mode Darkroom Mode Signal Navigate Exit 1. Press the details. 2. Press the or button 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. VY249 1920x1080 60Hz Splendid Splendid Standard Mode Signal HDMI Brightness 90 Standard Mode sRGB Mode Eye Care Scenery Mode Theater Mode Color Game Mode Night View Mode Image Reading Mode Darkroom Mode Signal Navigate Select Exit • Standard Mode: This is the best choice for document editing with SPLENDID™ Video Intelligence Technology.
• • • 2. In the Standard Mode, the Saturation, Skin Tone, Sharpness, and ASCR functions are not user-configurable. In the sRGB, the Saturation, Color Temp., SkinTone, Sharpness, Brightness, Contrast, and ASCR functions are not user-configurable. In the Reading Mode, the Saturation, SkinTone, ASCR, Contrast, and Color Temp. functions are not user-configurable. Eye Care In this function, you can adjust settings to better protect your eyes.
• • • • • • • Users should take some time away from the display if working for long hours: It is advised to take short breaks (at least 5 mins) after around 1 hour of continuous working at the computer. Taking short and frequent breaks is more effective than a single longer break. To minimize eye strain and dryness in your eyes, users should rest the eye periodically by focusing on objects that are far away. Eye exercises can help to reduce eye strain. Repeat these exercises often.
3. Color Select the image color you like from this function. VY249 1920x1080 60Hz Splendid Eye Care Splendid Standard Mode Brightness 90 Contrast 80 Signal HDMI Brightness 90 Saturation Color Temp. Color Skin Tone Image Signal Navigate Exit • Brightness: Adjust the brightness level. The adjusting range is from 0 to 100. • Contrast: Adjust the contrast level. The adjusting range is from 0 to 100. • Saturation: Adjust the saturation level. The adjusting range is from 0 to 100.
4. Image You can adjust the image Sharpness, Trace Free, Aspect Control, VividPixel, ASCR, Motion Sync, AMD FreeSync, Shadow Boost, Position, Focus, and Auto Adjust. from this main function.
• Trace Free: Speed up the response time by Over Drive technology. The adjusting range is from lower 0 to faster 100. • Aspect Control: Adjust the aspect ratio to “Full”, “4:3”, or “OverScan”. • • • VividPixel: ASUS Exclusive Technology that brings lifelike visuals for crystal-clear and detail-oriented enjoyment. The adjusting range is from 0~100. • ASCR: Select ON or OFF to enable or disable dynamic contrast ratio function. • Motion Sync: Offer a more clear mode while displaying motion pictures.
5. Signal Select the input source. VY249 1920x1080 60Hz Splendid Splendid Standard Mode Signal HDMI Brightness 90 VGA HDMI Eye Care Color Image Signal Navigate 6. Select Exit Settings Adjust the system configuration.
VY249 1920x1080 60Hz Settings Splendid Standard Mode Signal HDMI Brightness 90 Information Power Indicator Shortcut Power Key Lock All Reset Navigate Select Exit (Page 2/2) 3-9 • Splendid Demo Mode: Activate the demo mode for the Splendid function. • Volume: Adjust the volume level. • GamePlus: Configure the GamePlus function. See page 1-11 for details. • QuickFit: This function contains several options of common grid pattern, paper size, and photo size. See page 1-6 for details.
7. Shortcut Assign the specific function to the two shortcut keys. VY249 1920x1080 60Hz Settings Splendid Standard Mode Shortcut1 Blue Light Filter Shortcut2 Splendid Signal HDMI Brightness 90 Volume Shortcut Brightness Auto Adjust. Contrast Color Temp.
VY249 1920x1080 60Hz Settings Splendid Standard Mode Shortcut1 Blue Light Filter Shortcut2 Splendid Signal HDMI Brightness 90 Volume Shortcut Brightness Auto Adjust. Contrast Color Temp.
• Shortcut 2: Assign a function to the Shortcut Key2. Available options: Blue Light Filter, Splendid, Volume, Brightness, Auto Adjust., Contrast, Color Temp., GamePlus, Rest Reminder, Color Augmentation, and EyeCheck. The default setting is Brightness.
3.2 Specifications Model VY249HE/VY249HE-W Panel Size 23.8 inches diagonal (Active Display Area: 527.04 (H) x 296.46 (V) mm) Max. Resolution 1920 x 1080 Brightness (Typ.) 250 cd/m2 Contrast Ratio (Typ.) 1000:1 Viewing Angle (CR≤10) 178°(V); 178°(H) Display Colors 16.7M colors (6 bits + A-FRC) Response Time 5ms (GTG) Terminals Inputs: HDMI x 1, VGA x 1 Audio Output: Headphone Power Consumption 16W(Max) Power Consumption (Energy Star On mode) 11.6W Standby Power Consumption < 0.
3.3 Troubleshooting (FAQ) Problem Power LED is not ON Possible Solution • Press the on. button to check if the monitor is turned • Check if the adapter and power cord are properly connected to the monitor and the power outlet. • Check the Power Indicator function in the OSD menu. Select “ON“ to turn on the power LED. The power LED lights amber and • Check if the monitor and the computer are turned there is no screen image on.
3.4 Supported Timing List VESA / IBM Modes Support Timing Mode Resolution (active dot) Resolution (total dot) Horizontal Frequency (KHz) DOS 720x400@70Hz 900x449 31.469 70.087 28.322 640x480@60Hz 800x525 31.469 59.940 25.175 640x480@72Hz 832x520 37.861 72.809 31.500 640x480@75Hz 840x500 37.500 75.000 31.500 800x600@56Hz 1024x625 35.156 56.250 36.000 800x600@60Hz 1056x628 37.879 60.317 40.000 800x600@72Hz 1040x666 48.077 72.188 50.000 800x600@75Hz 1056x625 46.
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