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... or service will not be registered trademarks or copyrights of their respective companies, and are used only for VESA wall mount 2-1 2.2 Adjusting the monitor 2-2 3.1 OSD (On-Screen Display) menu 3-1 3.1.1 How to reconfigure 3-1 3.1.2 OSD Function Introduction 3-2 3.2 Specifications 3-9 3.3 Troubleshooting (FAQ 3-10 3.4 Supported Timing List 3-11 Copyright © 2013 ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. SPECIFICATIONS AND INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS MANUAL ARE FURNISHED FOR INFORMATIONAL USE ONLY, AND ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE AT ANY...
... or service will not be registered trademarks or copyrights of their respective companies, and are used only for VESA wall mount 2-1 2.2 Adjusting the monitor 2-2 3.1 OSD (On-Screen Display) menu 3-1 3.1.1 How to reconfigure 3-1 3.1.2 OSD Function Introduction 3-2 3.2 Specifications 3-9 3.3 Troubleshooting (FAQ 3-10 3.4 Supported Timing List 3-11 Copyright © 2013 ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. SPECIFICATIONS AND INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS MANUAL ARE FURNISHED FOR INFORMATIONAL USE ONLY, AND ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE AT ANY...
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...help. This class B digital apparatus complies with Part 15 of Communications. iii These limits are designed to the following measures: • Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. • Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. • Connect the equipment to radio or television reception, which can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used...correct the interference by turning the equipment off and on, the user is connected. • Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for a Class B digital device, pursuant to ...
...help. This class B digital apparatus complies with Part 15 of Communications. iii These limits are designed to the following measures: • Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. • Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. • Connect the equipment to radio or television reception, which can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used...correct the interference by turning the equipment off and on, the user is connected. • Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for a Class B digital device, pursuant to ...
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... information • Before setting up the monitor, carefully read all cables are correctly connected and the power cables are not damaged. Overloading can result in any area where it will protect the monitor from the type of power source indicated on the back or top of the cabinet are not sure of the type of power supply to open the monitor cabinet. iv
... information • Before setting up the monitor, carefully read all cables are correctly connected and the power cables are not damaged. Overloading can result in any area where it will protect the monitor from the type of power source indicated on the back or top of the cabinet are not sure of the type of power supply to open the monitor cabinet. iv
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... may find slightly uneven brightness on the screen depending on the screen, as it . The screen will recover slowly or you can turn it is displayed for hours, an afterimage of the previous screen may remain after switching the image. Follow the correct lifting techniques when positioning the monitor. Turn off and unplug the power cord. Conventions used in completing a task. Care & Cleaning • Before you...
... may find slightly uneven brightness on the screen depending on the screen, as it . The screen will recover slowly or you can turn it is displayed for hours, an afterimage of the previous screen may remain after switching the image. Follow the correct lifting techniques when positioning the monitor. Turn off and unplug the power cord. Conventions used in completing a task. Care & Cleaning • Before you...
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... 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 you for the following items: LCD Monitor Monitor Base Quick Start Guide Warranty Card 1x Power Cord 1x VGA Cable 1x Audio Cable 1x HDMI Cable (option) 1x HDMI to DVI cable (option) 1x MHL Cable (option) • If any of features that enhance your package for purchasing the ASUS® LCD monitor!
... 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 you for the following items: LCD Monitor Monitor Base Quick Start Guide Warranty Card 1x Power Cord 1x VGA Cable 1x Audio Cable 1x HDMI Cable (option) 1x HDMI to DVI cable (option) 1x MHL Cable (option) • If any of features that enhance your package for purchasing the ASUS® LCD monitor!
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out Port 6. Kensington Lock 7. After connected cables, replace the cover and carefully push it upward to connect cables. Screw Holes for VESA Wall Mount 8. AC-IN port 2. VGA port 4. Audio - Earphone - ASUS LCD Monitor VN289 Series 1-3 HDMI / MHL port 3. in Port 5. 1.4.2 Rear of the cover. Control buttons 3 45 • Flip upward the IO port cover to its original position with both thumbs at both sides of the LCD monitor 7 8 6 HDMI / MHL -1 HDMI / MHL -2 1 2 1.
out Port 6. Kensington Lock 7. After connected cables, replace the cover and carefully push it upward to connect cables. Screw Holes for VESA Wall Mount 8. AC-IN port 2. VGA port 4. Audio - Earphone - ASUS LCD Monitor VN289 Series 1-3 HDMI / MHL port 3. in Port 5. 1.4.2 Rear of the cover. Control buttons 3 45 • Flip upward the IO port cover to its original position with both thumbs at both sides of the LCD monitor 7 8 6 HDMI / MHL -1 HDMI / MHL -2 1 2 1.
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... the below table. Status Description White ON Amber Standby mode OFF OFF 2. Power Button/Power Indicator: • Press this button to adjust the image settings. Standard Mode VGA 1920x1080@60Hz Menu QuickFit Input Select Close Brightness Splendid 7 654 321 1 234 56 7 1. 1.5 Monitor introduction 1.5.1 Using the Controls button Use the control button on /off. • The color definition of the power indicator is a hotkey to turn the monitor on the back of the monitor to enter the OSD menu. 3.
... the below table. Status Description White ON Amber Standby mode OFF OFF 2. Power Button/Power Indicator: • Press this button to adjust the image settings. Standard Mode VGA 1920x1080@60Hz Menu QuickFit Input Select Close Brightness Splendid 7 654 321 1 234 56 7 1. 1.5 Monitor introduction 1.5.1 Using the Controls button Use the control button on /off. • The color definition of the power indicator is a hotkey to turn the monitor on the back of the monitor to enter the OSD menu. 3.
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Input Select Button: • Use this hotkey to switch from VGA, HDMI / MHL-1 or HDMI / MHL-2 input signal. 5. Shortcut key1 • This is Brightness. 7. Close Button • Exit the OSD menu. 6. The default setting is a Shortcut key. The default setting is a Shortcut key. Shortcut key2 • This is Splendid. 4. ASUS LCD Monitor VN289 Series 1-5
Input Select Button: • Use this hotkey to switch from VGA, HDMI / MHL-1 or HDMI / MHL-2 input signal. 5. Shortcut key1 • This is Brightness. 7. Close Button • Exit the OSD menu. 6. The default setting is a Shortcut key. The default setting is a Shortcut key. Shortcut key2 • This is Splendid. 4. ASUS LCD Monitor VN289 Series 1-5
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... stand. 3. ASUS LCD Monitor VN289 Series 2-1 2.1 Detaching the arm/stand (for VESA wall mount) The detachable stand of this monitor is purchased separately. • Use only the UL Listed Wall Mount Bracket with soft cloth to prevent damage to loosen the screw located at the bottom of the monitor face down on a clean table. 2. Disconnect power and signal cables. Use your fingers to the monitor. • Hold the stand while removing the screws. 1 4 3 5 2 • The VESA wall mount...
... stand. 3. ASUS LCD Monitor VN289 Series 2-1 2.1 Detaching the arm/stand (for VESA wall mount) The detachable stand of this monitor is purchased separately. • Use only the UL Listed Wall Mount Bracket with soft cloth to prevent damage to loosen the screw located at the bottom of the monitor face down on a clean table. 2. Disconnect power and signal cables. Use your fingers to the monitor. • Hold the stand while removing the screws. 1 4 3 5 2 • The VESA wall mount...
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... buttons to another, the option name is highlighted. 3. Press the button to enter the slide bar and then use the or buttons, according to make your changes. 6. ASUS LCD Monitor VN289 Series 3-1 Press the MENU button to reconfigure Splendid Color Image Input Select System Setup Shortcut Scenery mode Standard Mode Theater Mode Game Mode Night View Mode sRGB Mode Reading Mode Darkroom Mode VN289 Standard Mode VGA 1920x1080 @ 60Hz 1. 3.1 3.1.1 OSD (On-Screen Display) menu How to activate the OSD menu. 2.
... buttons to another, the option name is highlighted. 3. Press the button to enter the slide bar and then use the or buttons, according to make your changes. 6. ASUS LCD Monitor VN289 Series 3-1 Press the MENU button to reconfigure Splendid Color Image Input Select System Setup Shortcut Scenery mode Standard Mode Theater Mode Game Mode Night View Mode sRGB Mode Reading Mode Darkroom Mode VN289 Standard Mode VGA 1920x1080 @ 60Hz 1. 3.1 3.1.1 OSD (On-Screen Display) menu How to activate the OSD menu. 2.
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... Saturation, Color Temp., SkinTone, Sharpness, Brightness, Contrast and ASCR functions are not user-configurable. • In the Reading Mode, the Saturation, SkinTone, Sharpness, ASCR, contrast, and Color Temp functions are not user-configurable. 3-2 Chapter 3: General Instruction Splendid Color Image Input Select System Setup Shortcut Scenery mode Standard Mode Theater Mode Game Mode Night View Mode sRGB Mode Reading Mode Darkroom Mode VN289 Standard Mode VGA 1920x1080 @ 60Hz • Scenery Mode: This is the best choice for...
... Saturation, Color Temp., SkinTone, Sharpness, Brightness, Contrast and ASCR functions are not user-configurable. • In the Reading Mode, the Saturation, SkinTone, Sharpness, ASCR, contrast, and Color Temp functions are not user-configurable. 3-2 Chapter 3: General Instruction Splendid Color Image Input Select System Setup Shortcut Scenery mode Standard Mode Theater Mode Game Mode Night View Mode sRGB Mode Reading Mode Darkroom Mode VN289 Standard Mode VGA 1920x1080 @ 60Hz • Scenery Mode: This is the best choice for...
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... Standard Mode VGA 1920x1080 @ 60Hz • Brightness: The adjusting range is from 0 to 100. • Contrast: The adjusting range is from 0 ~ 100. the adjusting range is from 0 to 100. • Color Temp.: Contains three preset color modes (Cool, Normal, Warm) and one User Mode. • Skin Tone: Contains three color modes including Reddish, Natural, and Yellowish. • In the User Mode, colors of R (Red), G (Green), and B (Blue) are userconfigurable; Splendid Color Image Input Select System Setting Shortcut Brightness...
... Standard Mode VGA 1920x1080 @ 60Hz • Brightness: The adjusting range is from 0 to 100. • Contrast: The adjusting range is from 0 ~ 100. the adjusting range is from 0 to 100. • Color Temp.: Contains three preset color modes (Cool, Normal, Warm) and one User Mode. • Skin Tone: Contains three color modes including Reddish, Natural, and Yellowish. • In the User Mode, colors of R (Red), G (Green), and B (Blue) are userconfigurable; Splendid Color Image Input Select System Setting Shortcut Brightness...
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... Color Image Input Select System Setup Shortcut Sharpness Trace Free Aspect Control VividPixel ASCR Position Focus AUTO Adjust. The adjusting range is from 0 to enable or disable dynamic contrast ratio function. • Position: Adjusts the horizontal position (H-Position) and the vertical position (V-Position) of the image by one horizontal sweep. 3. With a wrong phase adjustment, the screen shows horizontal disturbances. • Clock (pixel frequency) controls the number of the pixel clock signal. The adjusting range is from 0 to 100 (Only available for VGA input). • AUTO...
... Color Image Input Select System Setup Shortcut Sharpness Trace Free Aspect Control VividPixel ASCR Position Focus AUTO Adjust. The adjusting range is from 0 to enable or disable dynamic contrast ratio function. • Position: Adjusts the horizontal position (H-Position) and the vertical position (V-Position) of the image by one horizontal sweep. 3. With a wrong phase adjustment, the screen shows horizontal disturbances. • Clock (pixel frequency) controls the number of the pixel clock signal. The adjusting range is from 0 to 100 (Only available for VGA input). • AUTO...
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4. Input Select Select the input source from VGA, HDMI / MHL-1 or HDMI / MHL-2 input signal. Splendid Color Image Input Select System Setup Shortcut VGA HDMI / MHL-1 HDMI / MHL-2 VN289 Standard Mode VGA 1920x1080 @ 60Hz ASUS LCD Monitor VN289 Series 3-5
4. Input Select Select the input source from VGA, HDMI / MHL-1 or HDMI / MHL-2 input signal. Splendid Color Image Input Select System Setup Shortcut VGA HDMI / MHL-1 HDMI / MHL-2 VN289 Standard Mode VGA 1920x1080 @ 60Hz ASUS LCD Monitor VN289 Series 3-5
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Splendid Color Image Input Select System Setup Shortcut Splendid Demo Mode Volume GamePlus ECO Mode OSD Setup Language Key Lock More VN289 Standard Mode VGA 1920x1080 @ 60Hz Splendid Color Image Input Select System Setup Shortcut Back Information Power Indicator Power Key Lock All Reset VN289 Standard Mode VGA 1920x1080 @ 60Hz • Splendid Demo Mode: Activate the demo mode for new gamers or beginners interested in First Person Shooter (FPS) games. Press to confirm the function you...
Splendid Color Image Input Select System Setup Shortcut Splendid Demo Mode Volume GamePlus ECO Mode OSD Setup Language Key Lock More VN289 Standard Mode VGA 1920x1080 @ 60Hz Splendid Color Image Input Select System Setup Shortcut Back Information Power Indicator Power Key Lock All Reset VN289 Standard Mode VGA 1920x1080 @ 60Hz • Splendid Demo Mode: Activate the demo mode for new gamers or beginners interested in First Person Shooter (FPS) games. Press to confirm the function you...
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... factory default mode. ASUS LCD Monitor VN289 Series 3-7 The selections are: English, French, German, Spanish, Italian, Dutch, Russian, Traditional Chinese, Simplified Chinese, Japanese, Persian, Thai, Indonesian, Poland, Turkey, Portugal, Czech, Croatia, Hungary, Romania, and Korean. • Key Lock: Pressing the second button on the right for power saving. • OSD Setup: Adjusts the OSD Timeout, DDC/CI, and Transparency of System Setting. • Information: Displays the monitor information. • Power...
... factory default mode. ASUS LCD Monitor VN289 Series 3-7 The selections are: English, French, German, Spanish, Italian, Dutch, Russian, Traditional Chinese, Simplified Chinese, Japanese, Persian, Thai, Indonesian, Poland, Turkey, Portugal, Czech, Croatia, Hungary, Romania, and Korean. • Key Lock: Pressing the second button on the right for power saving. • OSD Setup: Adjusts the OSD Timeout, DDC/CI, and Transparency of System Setting. • Information: Displays the monitor information. • Power...
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...The default setting is Brightness. • Shortcut 2: User can select from "Splendid", "Brightness", "AUTO Adjust.", "Contrast", "Color Temp.", "Volume", "GamePlus" and set as shortcut key. Splendid Color Image Input Select System Setup Shortcut Shortcut 1 Shortcut 2 VN289 Standard Mode VGA 1920x1080 @ 60Hz Splendid Brightness AUTO Adjust. Contrast Color Temp. Volume GamePlus • Shortcut 1: User can select from "Splendid", "Brightness", "AUTO Adjust.", "Contrast", "Color Temp.", "Volume", "GamePlus" and set two shortcut keys. Shortcut Selecting this option allows you to set...
...The default setting is Brightness. • Shortcut 2: User can select from "Splendid", "Brightness", "AUTO Adjust.", "Contrast", "Color Temp.", "Volume", "GamePlus" and set as shortcut key. Splendid Color Image Input Select System Setup Shortcut Shortcut 1 Shortcut 2 VN289 Standard Mode VGA 1920x1080 @ 60Hz Splendid Brightness AUTO Adjust. Contrast Color Temp. Volume GamePlus • Shortcut 1: User can select from "Splendid", "Brightness", "AUTO Adjust.", "Contrast", "Color Temp.", "Volume", "GamePlus" and set two shortcut keys. Shortcut Selecting this option allows you to set...
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3.2 Specifications Model Panel Size Max. Resolution Brightness (Typ.) Intrisinc Contrast Ratio (Typ.) Viewing Angle (CR≤10) Display Colors Response Time (Typ.) D-Sub input HDMI / MHL input Power ON Consumption Note Speaker Earphone Power saving mode Power off mode Tilt VESA Wall Mounting Phys. Dimension (WxHxD) Box Dimension (WxHxD) Net Weight (Esti.) Gross Weight (Esti.) Voltage Rating VN289H 28" W (71.12 cm) 1920 x 1080 300cd/m2 3000:1 178°(V); 178°(H) 16.7 M ≤5 ms (Gray to Gray) Yes Yes (MHL2.0) Power on
3.2 Specifications Model Panel Size Max. Resolution Brightness (Typ.) Intrisinc Contrast Ratio (Typ.) Viewing Angle (CR≤10) Display Colors Response Time (Typ.) D-Sub input HDMI / MHL input Power ON Consumption Note Speaker Earphone Power saving mode Power off mode Tilt VESA Wall Mounting Phys. Dimension (WxHxD) Box Dimension (WxHxD) Net Weight (Esti.) Gross Weight (Esti.) Voltage Rating VN289H 28" W (71.12 cm) 1920 x 1080 300cd/m2 3000:1 178°(V); 178°(H) 16.7 M ≤5 ms (Gray to Gray) Yes Yes (MHL2.0) Power on
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...; Adjust the Contrast and Brightness settings via OSD. Screen image has color defects (white does not look white) • Inspect the signal cable and make sure none of the pins are bent. • Connect the computer with another available monitor to the monitor. • Adjust the volume settings of both your monitor and computer. • Make sure the computer sound card driver is not centered or sized properly • Open main menu OSD, Execute Image / Auto Adjust. The power LED lights amber and • Check...
...; Adjust the Contrast and Brightness settings via OSD. Screen image has color defects (white does not look white) • Inspect the signal cable and make sure none of the pins are bent. • Connect the computer with another available monitor to the monitor. • Adjust the volume settings of both your monitor and computer. • Make sure the computer sound card driver is not centered or sized properly • Open main menu OSD, Execute Image / Auto Adjust. The power LED lights amber and • Check...
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ASUS LCD Monitor VN289 Series 3-11 For optimal resolution, we recommend that you choose a mode listed in the above tables. 3.4 Supported Timing List VESA / IBM Modes Support Timing Resolution 640 x 350 640 x 480 640 x... Refresh Rate 70Hz 60Hz 67Hz 75Hz 70Hz 56Hz 60Hz 72Hz 75Hz 60Hz 60Hz 70Hz 75Hz 75Hz 60Hz 60Hz 60Hz 60Hz 75Hz 60Hz 60Hz 60Hz 60Hz 60Hz 60Hz Horizontal Frequency...HDMI 1.3 CEA-861 Formats Supported Timing Resolution 640 x 480P 720 x 480P 720 x 576P 1280 x 720P 1280 x 720P 1440 x 480P 1440 x 576P 1920 x 1080i 1920 x 1080i 1920 x 1080P 1920 x 1080P 1920 x 1080P Refresh Rate...
ASUS LCD Monitor VN289 Series 3-11 For optimal resolution, we recommend that you choose a mode listed in the above tables. 3.4 Supported Timing List VESA / IBM Modes Support Timing Resolution 640 x 350 640 x 480 640 x... Refresh Rate 70Hz 60Hz 67Hz 75Hz 70Hz 56Hz 60Hz 72Hz 75Hz 60Hz 60Hz 70Hz 75Hz 75Hz 60Hz 60Hz 60Hz 60Hz 75Hz 60Hz 60Hz 60Hz 60Hz 60Hz 60Hz Horizontal Frequency...HDMI 1.3 CEA-861 Formats Supported Timing Resolution 640 x 480P 720 x 480P 720 x 576P 1280 x 720P 1280 x 720P 1440 x 480P 1440 x 576P 1920 x 1080i 1920 x 1080i 1920 x 1080P 1920 x 1080P 1920 x 1080P Refresh Rate...