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... Notices...iii Safety information iv Care & Cleaning v Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.1 Welcome 1-1 1.2 Package contents 1-1 1.3 Monitor introduction 1-2 1.3.1 Front view 1-2 1.3.2 Back view 1-3 Chapter 2: Setup 2.1 Assembling the monitor base 2-1 2.2 Adjusting the monitor 2-2 2.3 Connecting the cables 2-3 2.4 Turning on the monitor 2-3 Chapter 3: General instructions 3.1 OSD (On-Screen Display) menu 3-1 3.1.1 How to reconfigure 3-1 3.1.2 OSD function introduction 3-1 3.2 Specifications summary ( M Series 3-4 3.3 Troubleshooting (FAQ 3-5 3.4 Supported operating modes 3-6 ii
... Notices...iii Safety information iv Care & Cleaning v Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.1 Welcome 1-1 1.2 Package contents 1-1 1.3 Monitor introduction 1-2 1.3.1 Front view 1-2 1.3.2 Back view 1-3 Chapter 2: Setup 2.1 Assembling the monitor base 2-1 2.2 Adjusting the monitor 2-2 2.3 Connecting the cables 2-3 2.4 Turning on the monitor 2-3 Chapter 3: General instructions 3.1 OSD (On-Screen Display) menu 3-1 3.1.1 How to reconfigure 3-1 3.1.2 OSD function introduction 3-1 3.2 Specifications summary ( M Series 3-4 3.3 Troubleshooting (FAQ 3-5 3.4 Supported operating modes 3-6 ii
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... Part 15 of Communications Statement This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for energy efficiency. However, there is required to this equipment. iii This equipment generates, uses and can be determined by turning the equipment off and on a circuit different from digital apparatus set out in a residential installation. Changes or modifications to assure compliance with manufacturer's instructions...
... Part 15 of Communications Statement This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for energy efficiency. However, there is required to this equipment. iii This equipment generates, uses and can be determined by turning the equipment off and on a circuit different from digital apparatus set out in a residential installation. Changes or modifications to assure compliance with manufacturer's instructions...
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...; Do not overload power strips and extention cords. Contact a qualified service technician or your dealer or local power company. • Use the appropriate power plug which have appropriate configured receptacles marked between 100-240V AC. • If you are not sure of the type of power supply to fix it will protect the monitor from the type of power source indicated on a stable...
...; Do not overload power strips and extention cords. Contact a qualified service technician or your dealer or local power company. • Use the appropriate power plug which have appropriate configured receptacles marked between 100-240V AC. • If you are not sure of the type of power supply to fix it will protect the monitor from the type of power source indicated on a stable...
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... Power Switch and turn off the Power Switch for use with the monitor: • The screen may flicker during the initial use due to complete a task. The screen will recover slowly or you can turn it on again to disconnect the cables and power cord. NOTE: Tips and additional information to complete a task. Do not repair the screen by the stand or the cord. • Cleaning. Stubborn stains may be removed...
... Power Switch and turn off the Power Switch for use with the monitor: • The screen may flicker during the initial use due to complete a task. The screen will recover slowly or you can turn it on again to disconnect the cables and power cord. NOTE: Tips and additional information to complete a task. Do not repair the screen by the stand or the cord. • Cleaning. Stubborn stains may be removed...
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Where to find more information Refer to http://www.asus.com 2. ASUS websites The ASUS websites worldwide provide updated information on ASUS hardware and software products. Refer to the following sources for additional information and for product and software updates. 1. These documents are not part of the standard package. vi Optional documentation Your product package may include optional documentation that may have been added by your dealer.
Where to find more information Refer to http://www.asus.com 2. ASUS websites The ASUS websites worldwide provide updated information on ASUS hardware and software products. Refer to the following sources for additional information and for product and software updates. 1. These documents are not part of the standard package. vi Optional documentation Your product package may include optional documentation that may have been added by your dealer.
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..., contact your retailer immediately. ASUS M Series LCD Monitor 1-1 Thank you ! 1.2 Package contents Check your viewing experience. With these features, you can enjoy the convenience and delightful visual experience that the monitor brings to you for H SKU If any of features that enhance your package for the following items: LCD monitor Quick start guide Warranty card Power cord + power adapter VGA cable HDMI-DVI cable DVI cable(MS202N/MS208N) only for purchasing the ASUS® LCD monitor! 1.1 Welcome!
..., contact your retailer immediately. ASUS M Series LCD Monitor 1-1 Thank you ! 1.2 Package contents Check your viewing experience. With these features, you can enjoy the convenience and delightful visual experience that the monitor brings to you for H SKU If any of features that enhance your package for the following items: LCD monitor Quick start guide Warranty card Power cord + power adapter VGA cable HDMI-DVI cable DVI cable(MS202N/MS208N) only for purchasing the ASUS® LCD monitor! 1.1 Welcome!
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1.3 Monitor introduction 1.3.1 Front view 1 2 3 4 5 6 1. MENU button: • Turns on the OSD menu. Enacts the selected OSD menu item. 1-2 Chapter 1: Product introduction button: • Selects a desired preset mode. • Exits the OSD menu or goes back to the previous menu when the OSD menu is active. • Automatically adjusts the image to its optimized position, clock, and phase by touching this button for 2-4 seconds (for VGA mode only). 2. • Decreases values or moves your selection left/down. • Contrast hotkey 3.
1.3 Monitor introduction 1.3.1 Front view 1 2 3 4 5 6 1. MENU button: • Turns on the OSD menu. Enacts the selected OSD menu item. 1-2 Chapter 1: Product introduction button: • Selects a desired preset mode. • Exits the OSD menu or goes back to the previous menu when the OSD menu is active. • Automatically adjusts the image to its optimized position, clock, and phase by touching this button for 2-4 seconds (for VGA mode only). 2. • Decreases values or moves your selection left/down. • Contrast hotkey 3.
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4. • Increases values or moves your selection right/up. • Brightness hotkey 5. Power button/power indicator • Turns the monitor on/off. • The color definition of the power indicator is as the below table. button: • Selects an available input source. 6. Status White White (fitful) OFF Description ON Standby mode OFF 1.3.2 Back view ML Series(ML238/ML239) only for H SKU MS Series(MS236/MS238/MS246/MS248) only for H SKU ASUS M Series LCD Monitor 1-3
4. • Increases values or moves your selection right/up. • Brightness hotkey 5. Power button/power indicator • Turns the monitor on/off. • The color definition of the power indicator is as the below table. button: • Selects an available input source. 6. Status White White (fitful) OFF Description ON Standby mode OFF 1.3.2 Back view ML Series(ML238/ML239) only for H SKU MS Series(MS236/MS238/MS246/MS248) only for H SKU ASUS M Series LCD Monitor 1-3
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M Series (20'' only of D SKU) M Series (20'' only of N SKU) 6 Rear connectors 1. This port is only available when an HDMI cable is for connection with an HDMI compatible device. 4. This port is for PC DVI connection. 1-4 Chapter 1: Product introduction This 15-pin port is for PC VGA connection. 3. Kensington lock slot. 6. This port connects the power cord. 2. This port is connected. 5. DC-IN port. DVI port. VGA port. Earphone jack. HDMI port.
M Series (20'' only of D SKU) M Series (20'' only of N SKU) 6 Rear connectors 1. This port is only available when an HDMI cable is for connection with an HDMI compatible device. 4. This port is for PC DVI connection. 1-4 Chapter 1: Product introduction This 15-pin port is for PC VGA connection. 3. Kensington lock slot. 6. This port connects the power cord. 2. This port is connected. 5. DC-IN port. DVI port. VGA port. Earphone jack. HDMI port.
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2.1 Assembling the monitor arm/base To assemble the monitor arm/base: 1. We recommend that you cover the table surface with the slots on a table. 2. Use a coin or the like to turn the screw until the circular base is securely attached to the monitor. ML Series Arm Base ASUS M Series LCD Monitor 2-1 Put the screw cover on the arm with soft cloth to prevent damage to the monitor. Place the circular arm on...
2.1 Assembling the monitor arm/base To assemble the monitor arm/base: 1. We recommend that you cover the table surface with the slots on a table. 2. Use a coin or the like to turn the screw until the circular base is securely attached to the monitor. ML Series Arm Base ASUS M Series LCD Monitor 2-1 Put the screw cover on the arm with soft cloth to prevent damage to the monitor. Place the circular arm on...
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MS Series 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 when you change its angle. • You can adjust the ML Series monitor's angle from +20˚ to -5˚ and it allows 20˚ swivel adjustment from either left or right. -5 20 20º 20º 0º It is normal that the monitor slightly shakes while you adjust the viewing angle. 2 Chapter 2: Setup
MS Series 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 when you change its angle. • You can adjust the ML Series monitor's angle from +20˚ to -5˚ and it allows 20˚ swivel adjustment from either left or right. -5 20 20º 20º 0º It is normal that the monitor slightly shakes while you adjust the viewing angle. 2 Chapter 2: Setup
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2.3 Connecting the cables 1. Connect the cables as the following instructions: ML Series(ML238/ML239) only for H SKU MS Series(MS236/MS238/MS246/MS248) only for H SKU M Series (20'' only of D SKU) M Series (20'' only of N SKU) ASUS M Series LCD Monitor 2-3
2.3 Connecting the cables 1. Connect the cables as the following instructions: ML Series(ML238/ML239) only for H SKU MS Series(MS236/MS238/MS246/MS248) only for H SKU M Series (20'' only of D SKU) M Series (20'' only of N SKU) ASUS M Series LCD Monitor 2-3
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... ON. 2-4 Chapter 2: Setup When these cables are connected, you can choose the desired signal from the Input Select item in white to the monitor's earphone jack. b. The power indicator lights up in the OSD menu. 2.4 Turning on the monitor Tap the power button . Plug one end of the power cord to the power adapter and the other end of the power button. Connect the other end to the monitor's VGA/HDMI port. c. Connect the power adapter securely to your computer's VGA/DVI port. b.
... ON. 2-4 Chapter 2: Setup When these cables are connected, you can choose the desired signal from the Input Select item in white to the monitor's earphone jack. b. The power indicator lights up in the OSD menu. 2.4 Turning on the monitor Tap the power button . Plug one end of the power cord to the power adapter and the other end of the power button. Connect the other end to the monitor's VGA/HDMI port. c. Connect the power adapter securely to your computer's VGA/DVI port. b.
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... function and tap the MENU button to reconfigure 1. To exit and save the OSD menu, tap the button repeatedly until the OSD menu disappears. Each mode has the Reset selection, allowing you can select for viewing photos and graphics from PCs. ASUS M Series LCD Monitor 3-1 Highlight the desired sub- Splendid This function contains six subfunctions you to maintain your preference. 3.1 OSD (On-Screen Display) menu 3.1.1 How to activate it...
... function and tap the MENU button to reconfigure 1. To exit and save the OSD menu, tap the button repeatedly until the OSD menu disappears. Each mode has the Reset selection, allowing you can select for viewing photos and graphics from PCs. ASUS M Series LCD Monitor 3-1 Highlight the desired sub- Splendid This function contains six subfunctions you to maintain your preference. 3.1 OSD (On-Screen Display) menu 3.1.1 How to activate it...
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... for the HDMI input). • ASCR: turns on/off the ASCR (ASUS Smart Contrast Ratio) function. • Position: adjusts the horizontal position (H-Position) and the vertical position (V-Position) of the image by one horizontal sweep. Smart View function do not use ML239 (wide view angle panel) 3. the adjusting range is not proportional. • Trace Free: MS202&MS208 have no this function. 2. With a wrong phase adjustment, the screen shows horizontal disturbances. • Clock (pixel frequency) controls the number of R (Red), G (Green), and B (Blue) are...
... for the HDMI input). • ASCR: turns on/off the ASCR (ASUS Smart Contrast Ratio) function. • Position: adjusts the horizontal position (H-Position) and the vertical position (V-Position) of the image by one horizontal sweep. Smart View function do not use ML239 (wide view angle panel) 3. the adjusting range is not proportional. • Trace Free: MS202&MS208 have no this function. 2. With a wrong phase adjustment, the screen shows horizontal disturbances. • Clock (pixel frequency) controls the number of R (Red), G (Green), and B (Blue) are...
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.... • All Reset: "Yes" allows you can select your desired input source. 5. System Setup Allows you to adjust the system. • Splendid Demo Mode: splits the screen into two for Splendid modes comparison. • Volume: the adjusting range is from 0 to 100. • ECO Mode: reduces power consumption. • OSD Setup: * Adjusts the horizontal position (H-Position)/the vertical position (V-Position) of the OSD from 0 to 100. * Adjusts the OSD timeout from 10 to restore the default settings. ASUS M Series LCD Monitor 3-3
.... • All Reset: "Yes" allows you can select your desired input source. 5. System Setup Allows you to adjust the system. • Splendid Demo Mode: splits the screen into two for Splendid modes comparison. • Volume: the adjusting range is from 0 to 100. • ECO Mode: reduces power consumption. • OSD Setup: * Adjusts the horizontal position (H-Position)/the vertical position (V-Position) of the OSD from 0 to 100. * Adjusts the OSD timeout from 10 to restore the default settings. ASUS M Series LCD Monitor 3-3
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...) Accessories Regulation approvals VGA cabel, HDMI-DVI cable ,Power cord,Power adapter, Quick start guide,Warranty card (MS236/MS238/MS246/MS248/ML238/ML239) VGA cabel,DVI cabel ,Power cord,Power adapter, Quick start guide,Warranty card (MS202N/MS208N) Energy Star®, CB, CE, Gost-R, CCC, UL/cUL, FCC, C-Tick, BSMI, VCCI,RoHS, WEEE, J-MOSS, PSB, PSE, Windows Vista, Windows 7 WHQL Back light system 2CCFL (MS202/MS236/MS246) LED (MS208/MS238/MS248/ML238/ML239) 3-4 3.2 Specifications summary (M Series) Panel Type Panel size Max.
...) Accessories Regulation approvals VGA cabel, HDMI-DVI cable ,Power cord,Power adapter, Quick start guide,Warranty card (MS236/MS238/MS246/MS248/ML238/ML239) VGA cabel,DVI cabel ,Power cord,Power adapter, Quick start guide,Warranty card (MS202N/MS208N) Energy Star®, CB, CE, Gost-R, CCC, UL/cUL, FCC, C-Tick, BSMI, VCCI,RoHS, WEEE, J-MOSS, PSB, PSE, Windows Vista, Windows 7 WHQL Back light system 2CCFL (MS202/MS236/MS246) LED (MS208/MS238/MS248/ML238/ML239) 3-4 3.2 Specifications summary (M Series) Panel Type Panel size Max.
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... settings via OSD. ASUS M Series LCD Monitor 3-5 3.3 Troubleshooting (FAQ) Problem Possible Solution Power LED is not ON • Tap the button to check if the monitor is in the ON mode. • Check if the power cord is too light or dark • Adjust the Contrast and Brightness settings via OSD. The power LED lights amber and there is no screen image • Check if the monitor and the computer are in the ON mode. • Make sure the signal cable is properly connected the monitor...
... settings via OSD. ASUS M Series LCD Monitor 3-5 3.3 Troubleshooting (FAQ) Problem Possible Solution Power LED is not ON • Tap the button to check if the monitor is in the ON mode. • Check if the power cord is too light or dark • Adjust the Contrast and Brightness settings via OSD. The power LED lights amber and there is no screen image • Check if the monitor and the computer are in the ON mode. • Make sure the signal cable is properly connected the monitor...
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For optimal resolution, we recommend that you choose a mode listed in the table may not be supported. 3.4 Supported operating modes 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...Horizontal Frequency (KHz) 31.47 31.47 35.00 37.87 37.50 35.16 37.88 48.08 46.86 49.72 48.36 56.476 60.02 67.50 60.00 63.98 79.98 47.712 55.94 75.00 65.29 67.50 55.90 Vertical Frequency... 144.00 * M odes not listed in the table above. * T his monitor supports full HD (480p, 576p, 720p, 1080i/p) video content from game consoles, DVD players and other consumer...
For optimal resolution, we recommend that you choose a mode listed in the table may not be supported. 3.4 Supported operating modes 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...Horizontal Frequency (KHz) 31.47 31.47 35.00 37.87 37.50 35.16 37.88 48.08 46.86 49.72 48.36 56.476 60.02 67.50 60.00 63.98 79.98 47.712 55.94 75.00 65.29 67.50 55.90 Vertical Frequency... 144.00 * M odes not listed in the table above. * T his monitor supports full HD (480p, 576p, 720p, 1080i/p) video content from game consoles, DVD players and other consumer...