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...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 1.3.3 QuickFit Function 1-4 Chapter 2: Setup 2.1 Detaching the arm/base (for VESA wall mount 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 3-8 3.3 Troubleshooting (FAQ 3-9 3.4 Supported operating modes...
...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 1.3.3 QuickFit Function 1-4 Chapter 2: Setup 2.1 Detaching the arm/base (for VESA wall mount 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 3-8 3.3 Troubleshooting (FAQ 3-9 3.4 Supported operating modes...
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... generates, uses and can be determined by turning the equipment off and on a circuit different from that this product meets the Energy Star® guidelines for connection of the monitor to the graphics card is connected. • Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for radio noise emissions from digital apparatus set out in a residential installation. However...
... generates, uses and can be determined by turning the equipment off and on a circuit different from that this product meets the Energy Star® guidelines for connection of the monitor to the graphics card is connected. • Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for radio noise emissions from digital apparatus set out in a residential installation. However...
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.... • Slots and openings on the monitor cabinet. • To ensure satisfactory operation, use the monitor only with UL listed computers which complies with the monitor, contact a qualified service technician or your local power standard. • 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...
.... • Slots and openings on the monitor cabinet. • To ensure satisfactory operation, use the monitor only with UL listed computers which complies with the monitor, contact a qualified service technician or your local power standard. • 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...
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... a task. Stubborn stains may be removed with a cloth dampened with a lint-free, non-abrasive cloth. Use a cleaner intended for hours. • When the screen becomes black or flashes, or cannot work anymore, contact your monitor off and unplug the power cord. v Turn your dealer or service center to complete a task. Clean the monitor surface with mild cleaner. • Avoid using a cleaner containing alcohol or acetone...
... a task. Stubborn stains may be removed with a cloth dampened with a lint-free, non-abrasive cloth. Use a cleaner intended for hours. • When the screen becomes black or flashes, or cannot work anymore, contact your monitor off and unplug the power cord. v Turn your dealer or service center to complete a task. Clean the monitor surface with mild cleaner. • Avoid using a cleaner containing alcohol or acetone...
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..., brighter and crystal-clear display, plus a host of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your viewing experience. Thank you ! 1.2 Package contents Check your package for the following items: LCD monitor Quick start guide Warranty card Power cord VGA cable DVI cable DisplayPort cable USB 3.0 cable Support CD Cable tie Color Calibration Testing Report Hood (Optional) If any of features that the monitor brings to you for purchasing the ASUS® LCD monitor! ASUS PA249 Series LCD Monitor 1-1 1.1 Welcome!
..., brighter and crystal-clear display, plus a host of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your viewing experience. Thank you ! 1.2 Package contents Check your package for the following items: LCD monitor Quick start guide Warranty card Power cord VGA cable DVI cable DisplayPort cable USB 3.0 cable Support CD Cable tie Color Calibration Testing Report Hood (Optional) If any of features that the monitor brings to you for purchasing the ASUS® LCD monitor! ASUS PA249 Series LCD Monitor 1-1 1.1 Welcome!
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Press button (Input Select button) to turn on /off power. Press the switch to display VGA/DVI/HDMI/ DisplayPort signals after you connect VGA/DVI/HDMI/DisplayPort cable with the monitor. 7. button: • Selects an available input source. • To change the hotkey function, go to the Shortcut > Shortcut 2 menu. 5. ASUS PA249 Series LCD Monitor 1-3 Power button/power indicator • Turns the monitor on /off . • The color definition of the power indicator is as the below table. Shortcut • Default: Contrast hotkey • To change the...
Press button (Input Select button) to turn on /off power. Press the switch to display VGA/DVI/HDMI/ DisplayPort signals after you connect VGA/DVI/HDMI/DisplayPort cable with the monitor. 7. button: • Selects an available input source. • To change the hotkey function, go to the Shortcut > Shortcut 2 menu. 5. ASUS PA249 Series LCD Monitor 1-3 Power button/power indicator • Turns the monitor on /off . • The color definition of the power indicator is as the below table. Shortcut • Default: Contrast hotkey • To change the...
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... designers and users to your need, but may have limited range for moving up /down . 1. DisplayPort. This 24-pin port is for PC VGA connection. 7. The connection enables the USB ports on a page and achieve a consistent look and feel. VGA port. USB 3.0 upstream port. This port is selected. Press the button again until a desired pattern is for connection for PC (Personal Computer) DVI-D digital signal connection. 6. HDMI port. 2. This port connects the power cord. 3. To activate...
... designers and users to your need, but may have limited range for moving up /down . 1. DisplayPort. This 24-pin port is for PC VGA connection. 7. The connection enables the USB ports on a page and achieve a consistent look and feel. VGA port. USB 3.0 upstream port. This port is selected. Press the button again until a desired pattern is for connection for PC (Personal Computer) DVI-D digital signal connection. 6. HDMI port. 2. This port connects the power cord. 3. To activate...
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Have the front of this monitor is specially designed for VESA wall mount. ASUS PA249 Series LCD Monitor 2-1 Use a screwdriver to the monitor. 2.1 Detaching the arm/base (for VESA wall mount) The detachable arm/base of the monitor face down on the arm (Figure 1), and then detach the arm/base from the monitor (Figure 2). (Figure 1) (Figure 2) We recommend that you cover the table surface with soft cloth to prevent damage to remove the four screws on a table. 2. To detach the arm/base: 1.
Have the front of this monitor is specially designed for VESA wall mount. ASUS PA249 Series LCD Monitor 2-1 Use a screwdriver to the monitor. 2.1 Detaching the arm/base (for VESA wall mount) The detachable arm/base of the monitor face down on the arm (Figure 1), and then detach the arm/base from the monitor (Figure 2). (Figure 1) (Figure 2) We recommend that you cover the table surface with soft cloth to prevent damage to remove the four screws on a table. 2. To detach the arm/base: 1.
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... right. 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 normal that the monitor slightly shakes while you change its maximum angle. 3. Lift the monitor to its angle. • You can also adjust the monitor's height within +/- 10 cm. (Tilt) +20° ~ -5° (Swivel) (Height adjustment) 60...
... right. 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 normal that the monitor slightly shakes while you change its maximum angle. 3. Lift the monitor to its angle. • You can also adjust the monitor's height within +/- 10 cm. (Tilt) +20° ~ -5° (Swivel) (Height adjustment) 60...
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... power button . ASUS PA249 Series LCD Monitor 2-3 c. 2.3 Connecting the cables 1. Plug one end of the power cord securely to the monitor's AC input port, the other end of the USB upstream cable to the monitor's USB upstream port, and the larger end (type A) to your computer's VGA/HDMI/DVI/DisplayPort jack. Make sure your computer's USB 3.0 port. The power indicator lights up in the OSD menu. 2.4 Turning on the monitor to the monitor's VGA/HDMI/DVI/DisplayPort jack. Connect the cables as the following instructions: • To connect the power cord: connect...
... power button . ASUS PA249 Series LCD Monitor 2-3 c. 2.3 Connecting the cables 1. Plug one end of the power cord securely to the monitor's AC input port, the other end of the USB upstream cable to the monitor's USB upstream port, and the larger end (type A) to your computer's VGA/HDMI/DVI/DisplayPort jack. Make sure your computer's USB 3.0 port. The power indicator lights up in the OSD menu. 2.4 Turning on the monitor to the monitor's VGA/HDMI/DVI/DisplayPort jack. Connect the cables as the following instructions: • To connect the power cord: connect...
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... activate the OSD menu. 2. Press the MENU button to change the settings of the selected function. 4. To exit and save the OSD menu, press the MENU button repeatedly until the OSD menu disappears. Each mode has the Reset selection, allowing you can select for document editing. ASUS PA249 Series LCD Monitor 3-1 If the function selected has a sub-menu, move the button up /down to navigate through the sub-menu functions. 3.1 OSD (On-Screen Display) menu 3.1.1 How...
... activate the OSD menu. 2. Press the MENU button to change the settings of the selected function. 4. To exit and save the OSD menu, press the MENU button repeatedly until the OSD menu disappears. Each mode has the Reset selection, allowing you can select for document editing. ASUS PA249 Series LCD Monitor 3-1 If the function selected has a sub-menu, move the button up /down to navigate through the sub-menu functions. 3.1 OSD (On-Screen Display) menu 3.1.1 How...
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... RGB Mode: compatible with SPLENDID™ Video Enhancement. • User Mode 1/User Mode 2: More items are adjustable in the Color menu. 3-2 Chapter 3: OSD (On-Screen Display) menu Color White Point Primaries Space Xw Yw Xr Yr Xg Yg Xb Yb Adobe RGB 0.3127 0.329 0.64 0.33 0.21 0.71 0.15 0.06 • Scenery Mode: best choice for scenery photo display with SPLENDID™ Video Enhancement. • Theater Mode: best choice for movies with Adobe RGB color space...
... RGB Mode: compatible with SPLENDID™ Video Enhancement. • User Mode 1/User Mode 2: More items are adjustable in the Color menu. 3-2 Chapter 3: OSD (On-Screen Display) menu Color White Point Primaries Space Xw Yw Xr Yr Xg Yg Xb Yb Adobe RGB 0.3127 0.329 0.64 0.33 0.21 0.71 0.15 0.06 • Scenery Mode: best choice for scenery photo display with SPLENDID™ Video Enhancement. • Theater Mode: best choice for movies with Adobe RGB color space...
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... Yes 2. Color Set a desired color setting from this menu. • 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. • Hue: shifts the image color between green and purple. • Color Temp.: contains 4 modes including 9300K, 6500K, 5500K and 5000K. • Gamma: allows you to set the color mode to 2.2 or 1.8. • Advanced Setting: ASUS PA249 Series LCD Monitor 3-3
... Yes 2. Color Set a desired color setting from this menu. • 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. • Hue: shifts the image color between green and purple. • Color Temp.: contains 4 modes including 9300K, 6500K, 5500K and 5000K. • Gamma: allows you to set the color mode to 2.2 or 1.8. • Advanced Setting: ASUS PA249 Series LCD Monitor 3-3
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... ratio to full, 4:3, 1:1, or OverScan (only available for R, G, B. • Color Reset: * Current Splendid color mode reset: Resets the color settings of current color mode to the factory default value. * All Splendid color mode reset: Resets the color settings of all color modes to the factory default value. 3. * 6-axis Hue adjustment. * 6-axis Saturation adjustment. * Adjusts the gain levels for R, G, B. * Adjusts the black level offset values for the HDMI input). • ASCR: turns on/off the ASCR (ASUS Smart Contrast Ratio) function. 3-4 Chapter 3: OSD (On-Screen Display) menu
... ratio to full, 4:3, 1:1, or OverScan (only available for R, G, B. • Color Reset: * Current Splendid color mode reset: Resets the color settings of current color mode to the factory default value. * All Splendid color mode reset: Resets the color settings of all color modes to the factory default value. 3. * 6-axis Hue adjustment. * 6-axis Saturation adjustment. * Adjusts the gain levels for R, G, B. * Adjusts the black level offset values for the HDMI input). • ASCR: turns on/off the ASCR (ASUS Smart Contrast Ratio) function. 3-4 Chapter 3: OSD (On-Screen Display) menu
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... two pictures from 0 to its optimized position, clock, and phase. • Phase adjusts the phase of the image. Sub-window VGA DVI HDMI DisplayPort Main-window VGA DVI HDMI Yes Yes Yes No Yes No Yes Yes Yes DisplayPort Yes Yes Yes ASUS PA249 Series LCD Monitor 3-5 If the frequency is not correct, the screen shows vertical stripes and the image is from two different video sources displayed by one horizontal sweep. The DVI and HDMI input sources should...
... two pictures from 0 to its optimized position, clock, and phase. • Phase adjusts the phase of the image. Sub-window VGA DVI HDMI DisplayPort Main-window VGA DVI HDMI Yes Yes Yes No Yes No Yes Yes Yes DisplayPort Yes Yes Yes ASUS PA249 Series LCD Monitor 3-5 If the frequency is not correct, the screen shows vertical stripes and the image is from two different video sources displayed by one horizontal sweep. The DVI and HDMI input sources should...
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... monitor information. • Language: there are 10 languages for Shortcut 1 and 2 buttons. 3-6 Chapter 3: OSD (On-Screen Display) menu 5. Input Select In this function, you to restore the default settings. 7. Shortcut Defines the functions for your selection, including English, French, German, Spanish, Italian, Dutch, Russian, Traditional Chinese, Simplified Chinese, and Japanese. • Power Indicator: turns the power LED indicator on/off. • QuickFit Color: adjusts the QuickFit color among 7 preset colors...
... monitor information. • Language: there are 10 languages for Shortcut 1 and 2 buttons. 3-6 Chapter 3: OSD (On-Screen Display) menu 5. Input Select In this function, you to restore the default settings. 7. Shortcut Defines the functions for your selection, including English, French, German, Spanish, Italian, Dutch, Russian, Traditional Chinese, Simplified Chinese, and Japanese. • Power Indicator: turns the power LED indicator on/off. • QuickFit Color: adjusts the QuickFit color among 7 preset colors...
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Function selected or activated ASCR sRGB PBP OSD Rotation Standard/Scenery/Theater VGA/DVI QuickFit The defined shortcut key not support Brightness Contrast/Color Temp./Advanced Setting OSD Rotation PIP/PBP Setting Advanced Setting Volume All, except for details. See the table below for QuickFit Color ASUS PA249 Series LCD Monitor 3-7 • Shortcut 1/Shortcut 2: selects a function for Shortcut 1 and 2 buttons. When a certain function is selected or activated, your shortcut key may not support.
Function selected or activated ASCR sRGB PBP OSD Rotation Standard/Scenery/Theater VGA/DVI QuickFit The defined shortcut key not support Brightness Contrast/Color Temp./Advanced Setting OSD Rotation PIP/PBP Setting Advanced Setting Volume All, except for details. See the table below for QuickFit Color ASUS PA249 Series LCD Monitor 3-7 • Shortcut 1/Shortcut 2: selects a function for Shortcut 1 and 2 buttons. When a certain function is selected or activated, your shortcut key may not support.
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..., Japanese) VGA cable, DVI cable, DisplayPort cable, Power cord, USB 3.0 cable, Quick start guide, Warranty card, Support CD, Cable tie, Color Calibration Testing Report Energy Star, China Energy Level 1, EPEAT Gold, UL/cUL, CB, CE, EuP, FCC (Class B), CCC, BSMI, Gost-R, C-Tick, VCCI, TCO6.0, TUV-GS, TUVErgo, J-MOSS, RoHS, WEEE, PSE, Windows 7 WHQL, Windows 8 WHQL, Mac Compliance** *Specifications are subject to change without notice. **Requires Mac OS X v10.x 3-8 Chapter 3: OSD (On-Screen Display) menu 3.2 Specifications summary Panel Type Panel size Max.
..., Japanese) VGA cable, DVI cable, DisplayPort cable, Power cord, USB 3.0 cable, Quick start guide, Warranty card, Support CD, Cable tie, Color Calibration Testing Report Energy Star, China Energy Level 1, EPEAT Gold, UL/cUL, CB, CE, EuP, FCC (Class B), CCC, BSMI, Gost-R, C-Tick, VCCI, TCO6.0, TUV-GS, TUVErgo, J-MOSS, RoHS, WEEE, PSE, Windows 7 WHQL, Windows 8 WHQL, Mac Compliance** *Specifications are subject to change without notice. **Requires Mac OS X v10.x 3-8 Chapter 3: OSD (On-Screen Display) menu 3.2 Specifications summary Panel Type Panel size Max.
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... sound card driver is properly installed and activated. Screen image is blurry or fuzzy • Press the button for 2-4 seconds to the monitor and the power outlet. • Check if the power switch is ON. 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 automatically adjust the image (for VGA mode only). • Adjust...
... sound card driver is properly installed and activated. Screen image is blurry or fuzzy • Press the button for 2-4 seconds to the monitor and the power outlet. • Check if the power switch is ON. 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 automatically adjust the image (for VGA mode only). • Adjust...
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...Horizontal Frequency (KHz) 31.47(N) 35.00(N) 37.87(N) 37.5(N) 31.47(N) 35.16(P) 37.88(P) 48.08(P) 46.86(P) 49.72(P/N) 48.36(N) 56.476(N) 60.02(N) 67.5(P/N) 60.00(P) 63.98(P) 79.98(P) 47.712(P) 55.94(N) 75.00(P) 65.29(N) 67.5(P) 74.038(P) Vertical Frequency . For optimal resolution, we recommend that you choose a mode...(P) 148.5 59.95(N) 154 * Modes not listed in the table above. * This monitor supports full HD (480p, 576p, 720p, 1080i/p) video content from game consoles, DVD players and other consumer video devices via HDMI or DisplayPort. 3-10 Chapter 3: OSD (On-Screen Display) menu
...Horizontal Frequency (KHz) 31.47(N) 35.00(N) 37.87(N) 37.5(N) 31.47(N) 35.16(P) 37.88(P) 48.08(P) 46.86(P) 49.72(P/N) 48.36(N) 56.476(N) 60.02(N) 67.5(P/N) 60.00(P) 63.98(P) 79.98(P) 47.712(P) 55.94(N) 75.00(P) 65.29(N) 67.5(P) 74.038(P) Vertical Frequency . For optimal resolution, we recommend that you choose a mode...(P) 148.5 59.95(N) 154 * Modes not listed in the table above. * This monitor supports full HD (480p, 576p, 720p, 1080i/p) video content from game consoles, DVD players and other consumer video devices via HDMI or DisplayPort. 3-10 Chapter 3: OSD (On-Screen Display) menu
