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... OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. ii SPECIFICATIONS AND INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS MANUAL ARE FURNISHED FOR INFORMATIONAL USE ONLY, AND ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE AT ANY TIME WITHOUT NOTICE, AND SHOULD NOT BE CONSTRUED AS A COMMITMENT BY ASUS. Products and corporate names appearing in this manual, including the products and software described in it, may not be...
... OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. ii SPECIFICATIONS AND INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS MANUAL ARE FURNISHED FOR INFORMATIONAL USE ONLY, AND ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE AT ANY TIME WITHOUT NOTICE, AND SHOULD NOT BE CONSTRUED AS A COMMITMENT BY ASUS. Products and corporate names appearing in this manual, including the products and software described in it, may not be...
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...view 1-2 Side view 1-4 Rear view 1-5 Chapter 2: Setup 2.1 Connecting the cables 2-1 2.1.1 Connecting to a computer with VGA/DVI ports 2-2 2.1.2 Connecting to a video equipment with YPbPr (component) output ports 2-2 2.1.3 Connecting to a video equipment with video (composite) output ports 2-2 2.1.4 Connecting to a video equipment with S-Video (composite) output ports 2-2 2.1.5 Connecting to an MP3 player or any other audio device with Line-out/Headphone ports 2-3 2.2 Turning on the monitor 2-3 2.3 Adjusting the tilt 2-3 Chapter 3: General Instruction 3.1 OSD (On-Screen Display) menu...
...view 1-2 Side view 1-4 Rear view 1-5 Chapter 2: Setup 2.1 Connecting the cables 2-1 2.1.1 Connecting to a computer with VGA/DVI ports 2-2 2.1.2 Connecting to a video equipment with YPbPr (component) output ports 2-2 2.1.3 Connecting to a video equipment with video (composite) output ports 2-2 2.1.4 Connecting to a video equipment with S-Video (composite) output ports 2-2 2.1.5 Connecting to an MP3 player or any other audio device with Line-out/Headphone ports 2-3 2.2 Turning on the monitor 2-3 2.3 Adjusting the tilt 2-3 Chapter 3: General Instruction 3.1 OSD (On-Screen Display) menu...
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... in a particular installation. If this equipment. This equipment generates, uses and can be determined by the party responsible for a Class B digital device, pursuant to assure compliance with FCC regulations. Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by turning the equipment off and on a circuit different from digital apparatus set out in accordance with Part 15 of...
... in a particular installation. If this equipment. This equipment generates, uses and can be determined by the party responsible for a Class B digital device, pursuant to assure compliance with FCC regulations. Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by turning the equipment off and on a circuit different from digital apparatus set out in accordance with Part 15 of...
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... inside the monitor may become wet. Do not block these slots. Safety information • Before setting up the monitor, carefully read all cables are correctly connected and the power cables are not damaged. Contact a qualified service technician or your retailer. Do not place the monitor in any damage, contact your local power standard. • Do not overload power strips and extention cords.
... inside the monitor may become wet. Do not block these slots. Safety information • Before setting up the monitor, carefully read all cables are correctly connected and the power cables are not damaged. Contact a qualified service technician or your retailer. Do not place the monitor in any damage, contact your local power standard. • Do not overload power strips and extention cords.
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... a task. Turn off the Power Switch and turn off and unplug the power cord. Do not repair the screen by the stand or the cord. • Cleaning. NOTE: Tips and additional information to complete a task. Never spray cleaner directly on the desktop pattern you MUST follow to complete a task. Do not lift the display by yourself! Turn your dealer or service center to fix it...
... a task. Turn off the Power Switch and turn off and unplug the power cord. Do not repair the screen by the stand or the cord. • Cleaning. NOTE: Tips and additional information to complete a task. Never spray cleaner directly on the desktop pattern you MUST follow to complete a task. Do not lift the display by yourself! Turn your dealer or service center to fix it...
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ix Package contents Check your PG221 LCD monitor package for the following items: LCD monitor Support CD Quick Start Guide Warranty card 1 x Power cord 1 x VGA-Audio-Microphone-USB 4-in-1 cable 1 x DVI cable 1 x RCA cable 1 x Rear connector cover If any of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer immediately.
ix Package contents Check your PG221 LCD monitor package for the following items: LCD monitor Support CD Quick Start Guide Warranty card 1 x Power cord 1 x VGA-Audio-Microphone-USB 4-in-1 cable 1 x DVI cable 1 x RCA cable 1 x Rear connector cover If any of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer immediately.
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...™ video preset modes switched by hotkey • 3 skin-tone selections • 5 sound preset modes switched by hotkey • Touch sensor controls • VGA/DVI-D(HDCP)/Composite(Video)/S-Video/ YPbPr(up to capture images, create videos, or hold a video conference! The LCD monitor features high-quality audio technology, including a 15W ASUS Power Bass System and the most advanced SRS TruSurround XT™ sound effect which help provide vivid melody, enhancing your work efficiency...
...™ video preset modes switched by hotkey • 3 skin-tone selections • 5 sound preset modes switched by hotkey • Touch sensor controls • VGA/DVI-D(HDCP)/Composite(Video)/S-Video/ YPbPr(up to capture images, create videos, or hold a video conference! The LCD monitor features high-quality audio technology, including a 15W ASUS Power Bass System and the most advanced SRS TruSurround XT™ sound effect which help provide vivid melody, enhancing your work efficiency...
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... activate the OSD (On-Screen Display) main menu. • Touch this sensor to enable. Do not press the front panel too hard to prevent damage to its optimized position, clock and phase by touching the sensor for 2-3 seconds. 2. 1.3 Monitor introduction Front view 1.3 megapixel webcam Stereo speakers (5Wx2) Base Touch sensors 12 Light-in-Motion scenario lighting effect 34 5 6 7 8 9 The touch sensors are sensitive. This function is adjustable only...
... activate the OSD (On-Screen Display) main menu. • Touch this sensor to enable. Do not press the front panel too hard to prevent damage to its optimized position, clock and phase by touching the sensor for 2-3 seconds. 2. 1.3 Monitor introduction Front view 1.3 megapixel webcam Stereo speakers (5Wx2) Base Touch sensors 12 Light-in-Motion scenario lighting effect 34 5 6 7 8 9 The touch sensors are sensitive. This function is adjustable only...
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... the six input sources (VGA, DVI, Video, S-Video, YPbPr, Music). 5. Power sensor/LED indicator Touch this hotkey to switch to turn the monitor on/off. Status Blue Amber OFF Description ON Standby mode OFF ASUS PG221 LCD Monitor 1- 4. Sensor: • Touch this sensor to the next function. Sensor: • Use this sensor...65533;�e��o�f the function selected. • This is also a hotkey for Volume adjustment. • You can quickly access to a certain value of the function selected by d�o��u�b�l�e�...
... the six input sources (VGA, DVI, Video, S-Video, YPbPr, Music). 5. Power sensor/LED indicator Touch this hotkey to switch to turn the monitor on/off. Status Blue Amber OFF Description ON Standby mode OFF ASUS PG221 LCD Monitor 1- 4. Sensor: • Touch this sensor to the next function. Sensor: • Use this sensor...65533;�e��o�f the function selected. • This is also a hotkey for Volume adjustment. • You can quickly access to a certain value of the function selected by d�o��u�b�l�e�...
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Microphone port. The headphone and the microphone are available for connecting USB 2.0 devices. 3. This port connects a headphone with a stereo mini-plug (3.5mm). 4. These three Universal Serial Bus (USB) ports are purchased separately. 1- Chapter 1: Product introduction Headphone port. USB 2.0 ports. Side view 1 2 3 4 1 SRS On/Off button. Press this button to turn on/off the SRS sound effect. 2. This port connects a microphone with a stereo mini-plug (3.5 mm).
Microphone port. The headphone and the microphone are available for connecting USB 2.0 devices. 3. This port connects a headphone with a stereo mini-plug (3.5mm). 4. These three Universal Serial Bus (USB) ports are purchased separately. 1- Chapter 1: Product introduction Headphone port. USB 2.0 ports. Side view 1 2 3 4 1 SRS On/Off button. Press this button to turn on/off the SRS sound effect. 2. This port connects a microphone with a stereo mini-plug (3.5 mm).
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VGA cable 4. PC audio cable 7. USB cable 8. Microphone cable 9. A click indicates that the cover has been closed successfully. ASUS PG221 LCD Monitor 2- Power cord 2. L/R audio cable + YPbPr cable 5. Refer to section 2.1.1-2.1.5 for details. • To connect the woofer cable: connect the woofer cable to the monitor's woofer port. • To connect the power cord: connect one end of the power cord securely to the monitor's AC input port, the other video equipment. Woofer cable • To connect the signal cables: connect one end of the signal cables to the ...
VGA cable 4. PC audio cable 7. USB cable 8. Microphone cable 9. A click indicates that the cover has been closed successfully. ASUS PG221 LCD Monitor 2- Power cord 2. L/R audio cable + YPbPr cable 5. Refer to section 2.1.1-2.1.5 for details. • To connect the woofer cable: connect the woofer cable to the monitor's woofer port. • To connect the power cord: connect one end of the power cord securely to the monitor's AC input port, the other video equipment. Woofer cable • To connect the signal cables: connect one end of the signal cables to the ...
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... power cord is unpluged from the Input Select item of the OSD functions, or by using the hotkey on the front panel. Connecting to a video equipment with VGA/DVI ports: 1. Before you can choose either VGA mode or DVI mode from the wall socket. 2.1.1 Connecting to a computer with S-Video (composite) output ports: 1. Connect one end of the YPbPr cable to the YPbPr ports of the LCD monitor, then connect the other end to the LCD monitor's corresponding ports (VGA...
... power cord is unpluged from the Input Select item of the OSD functions, or by using the hotkey on the front panel. Connecting to a video equipment with VGA/DVI ports: 1. Before you can choose either VGA mode or DVI mode from the wall socket. 2.1.1 Connecting to a computer with S-Video (composite) output ports: 1. Connect one end of the YPbPr cable to the YPbPr ports of the LCD monitor, then connect the other end to the LCD monitor's corresponding ports (VGA...
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... blue to show that the monitor is ON. 2.3 Adjusting the tilt This monitor can be adjusted within -5º to 120º. 120º ASUS PG221 LCD Monitor 2- See page 1-2 for the location of your desk and chair to prevent the light from reflecting to your MP3 player or an audio device. The YPbPr, S-Video, and L/R audio cables are purchased separately. 2.2 Turning on the height of the power...
... blue to show that the monitor is ON. 2.3 Adjusting the tilt This monitor can be adjusted within -5º to 120º. 120º ASUS PG221 LCD Monitor 2- See page 1-2 for the location of your desk and chair to prevent the light from reflecting to your MP3 player or an audio device. The YPbPr, S-Video, and L/R audio cables are purchased separately. 2.2 Turning on the height of the power...
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...; Phase adjusts the phase of the pixel clock signal. ASUS PG221 LCD Monitor 3- If the function selected has a sub-menu, touch and again to enhance dynamic contrast ratio during video playback. Highlight and activate the desired function by touching and or moving your finger along the (Scroll-Bar) sensor. 4. If the frequency is not correct, the screen shows vertical stripes and the image is not...
...; Phase adjusts the phase of the pixel clock signal. ASUS PG221 LCD Monitor 3- If the function selected has a sub-menu, touch and again to enhance dynamic contrast ratio during video playback. Highlight and activate the desired function by touching and or moving your finger along the (Scroll-Bar) sensor. 4. If the frequency is not correct, the screen shows vertical stripes and the image is not...
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... ratio while in Video/S-Video/YPbPr mode Aspect Control (PC only) Full/4:3/1:1 Adjusts the aspect ratio while in VGA/DVI mode Light-in-Motion 0~4 Adjusts the luminance of the Light-in-Motion lighting effect OSD Setup H-Position Adjusts horizontal position of the OSD V-Position Adjusts vertical position of the OSD OSD Timeout Adjusts OSD timeout Language Information All Reset Selects a preferred language among 11 languages Shows the resolution,H/V frequency and input port of current input timing NO/YES Returns to default setting *: the function is disabled only when the...
... ratio while in Video/S-Video/YPbPr mode Aspect Control (PC only) Full/4:3/1:1 Adjusts the aspect ratio while in VGA/DVI mode Light-in-Motion 0~4 Adjusts the luminance of the Light-in-Motion lighting effect OSD Setup H-Position Adjusts horizontal position of the OSD V-Position Adjusts vertical position of the OSD OSD Timeout Adjusts OSD timeout Language Information All Reset Selects a preferred language among 11 languages Shows the resolution,H/V frequency and input port of current input timing NO/YES Returns to default setting *: the function is disabled only when the...
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... tools. • Before using the webcam, you need to install the webcam driver into the optical drive and run the ASUS USB2.0 Webcam program. The default webcam resolution is VGA (640 x 480) mode in -1 cable are connected to page 2-1 for the USB connectors. • The webcam is adjustable upward and downward as shown. -30º ~ 30º Warning: Do not turn the webcam upward or...
... tools. • Before using the webcam, you need to install the webcam driver into the optical drive and run the ASUS USB2.0 Webcam program. The default webcam resolution is VGA (640 x 480) mode in -1 cable are connected to page 2-1 for the USB connectors. • The webcam is adjustable upward and downward as shown. -30º ~ 30º Warning: Do not turn the webcam upward or...
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...Labs, TruSurround is intended to enjoy virtual surrounding sound experience. • TruBass™: Developed with the proprietary psychoacoustic techniques, the TruBass technology restores low-frequency tones by sound. ASUS PG221 LCD Monitor 4- TruSurround XT is a combination of four ... compatible with all multichannel formats, allowing you to regenerate a realistic audio environment, where users feel like being surrounded by augmenting harmonics. • WOW™: WOW is a stereo enhancement technology that extends the sound space in both the horizontal and vertical ...
...Labs, TruSurround is intended to enjoy virtual surrounding sound experience. • TruBass™: Developed with the proprietary psychoacoustic techniques, the TruBass technology restores low-frequency tones by sound. ASUS PG221 LCD Monitor 4- TruSurround XT is a combination of four ... compatible with all multichannel formats, allowing you to regenerate a realistic audio environment, where users feel like being surrounded by augmenting harmonics. • WOW™: WOW is a stereo enhancement technology that extends the sound space in both the horizontal and vertical ...
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.... Screen image is not centered or sized properly • Touch the sensor for VGA mode only). • Adjust the Phase and Clock settings via OSD. USB devices work abnormally • Make sure that look white) none of the pins are bent. • Connect the computer with your PC manufacturer whether your PC supports USB2.0 or USB1.1. ASUS Power Bass System is not working . • Adjust the Contrast and Brightness settings via OSD. Screen image has color...
.... Screen image is not centered or sized properly • Touch the sensor for VGA mode only). • Adjust the Phase and Clock settings via OSD. USB devices work abnormally • Make sure that look white) none of the pins are bent. • Connect the computer with your PC manufacturer whether your PC supports USB2.0 or USB1.1. ASUS Power Bass System is not working . • Adjust the Contrast and Brightness settings via OSD. Screen image has color...
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...Panel size Panel type Max. ASUS PG221 LCD Monitor 4- resolution Pixel pitch Brightness Contrast ratio (typ.) Viewing angle(H/V) Display colors Response time SPLENDID™ Video Intelligence Technology SPLENDID™ selection Auto image adjustment Color temperature selection Skin-tone selection PC digital input PC analog input Video inputs AV Audio inputs USB 2.0 ports Line-in port Headphone port Colors Speaker (Built-in) Power LED Swivel Tilt Kensington lock Voltage rating Power consumption Dimension (W x H x D) Net weight Accessories Regulation approvals 22" Widescreen panel TFT LCD...
...Panel size Panel type Max. ASUS PG221 LCD Monitor 4- resolution Pixel pitch Brightness Contrast ratio (typ.) Viewing angle(H/V) Display colors Response time SPLENDID™ Video Intelligence Technology SPLENDID™ selection Auto image adjustment Color temperature selection Skin-tone selection PC digital input PC analog input Video inputs AV Audio inputs USB 2.0 ports Line-in port Headphone port Colors Speaker (Built-in) Power LED Swivel Tilt Kensington lock Voltage rating Power consumption Dimension (W x H x D) Net weight Accessories Regulation approvals 22" Widescreen panel TFT LCD...
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4.4 Supported operating modes Standard DOS VGA SVGA WVGA XGA XGA+ WXGA QVGA SXGA WXGA WXGA+ WSXGA+ (Primary) Resolution Frequency 720 x 400 640 x 480 640 x 480 640 x 480 800 x 600 800 x 600 ... 900 1440 x 900 1680 x 1050 Vertical Frequency 70Hz 60Hz 72Hz 75Hz 56Hz 60Hz 72Hz 75Hz 60Hz 60Hz 70Hz 75Hz 75Hz 60Hz 75Hz 60Hz 60Hz 75Hz 60Hz 60Hz 75Hz 60Hz Horizontal Frequency 31.47KHz 31.47KHz 37.90KHz 37....00MHz 136.75MHz 146.25MHz * Modes not listed in the table above. 4- Chapter 4: Appendix For optimal resolution, we recommend that you choose a mode listed in the table may not be supported.
4.4 Supported operating modes Standard DOS VGA SVGA WVGA XGA XGA+ WXGA QVGA SXGA WXGA WXGA+ WSXGA+ (Primary) Resolution Frequency 720 x 400 640 x 480 640 x 480 640 x 480 800 x 600 800 x 600 ... 900 1440 x 900 1680 x 1050 Vertical Frequency 70Hz 60Hz 72Hz 75Hz 56Hz 60Hz 72Hz 75Hz 60Hz 60Hz 70Hz 75Hz 75Hz 60Hz 75Hz 60Hz 60Hz 75Hz 60Hz 60Hz 75Hz 60Hz Horizontal Frequency 31.47KHz 31.47KHz 37.90KHz 37....00MHz 136.75MHz 146.25MHz * Modes not listed in the table above. 4- Chapter 4: Appendix For optimal resolution, we recommend that you choose a mode listed in the table may not be supported.