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... ANY ERRORS OR INACCURACIES THAT MAY APPEAR IN THIS MANUAL, INCLUDING THE PRODUCTS AND SOFTWARE DESCRIBED IN IT. Table of contents Notices...iii Safety information iv Care & Cleaning v 1.1 Welcome 1-1 1.2 Package contents 1-1 1.3 Assembling the monitor base 1-2 1.4 Connecting cables 1-2 1.5 Monitor introduction 1-3 1.5.1 Front of the LCD monitor 1-3 1.5.2 Rear of the LCD monitor 1-5 1.5.3 QuickFit Function 1-6 2.1 Detaching the arm/stand (for backup purposes, without intent to reconfigure 3-1 3.1.2 OSD Function Introduction 3-1 3.2 Specifications 3-5 3.3 Troubleshooting (FAQ...
... ANY ERRORS OR INACCURACIES THAT MAY APPEAR IN THIS MANUAL, INCLUDING THE PRODUCTS AND SOFTWARE DESCRIBED IN IT. Table of contents Notices...iii Safety information iv Care & Cleaning v 1.1 Welcome 1-1 1.2 Package contents 1-1 1.3 Assembling the monitor base 1-2 1.4 Connecting cables 1-2 1.5 Monitor introduction 1-3 1.5.1 Front of the LCD monitor 1-3 1.5.2 Rear of the LCD monitor 1-5 1.5.3 QuickFit Function 1-6 2.1 Detaching the arm/stand (for backup purposes, without intent to reconfigure 3-1 3.1.2 OSD Function Introduction 3-1 3.2 Specifications 3-5 3.3 Troubleshooting (FAQ...
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... This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for help. This equipment has been tested and found to comply with manufacturer's instructions, may...frequency energy and, if not installed and used in a particular installation. iii However, there is connected. • Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for radio noise emissions from digital apparatus set out in a residential installation. Notices Federal Communications Commission Statement This device complies with Canadian ICES-003. This equipment generates, uses and can be determined by turning...
... This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for help. This equipment has been tested and found to comply with manufacturer's instructions, may...frequency energy and, if not installed and used in a particular installation. iii However, there is connected. • Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for radio noise emissions from digital apparatus set out in a residential installation. Notices Federal Communications Commission Statement This device complies with Canadian ICES-003. This equipment generates, uses and can be determined by turning...
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... retailer. • The wall socket shall be installed near or over a radiator or heat source unless proper ventilation is broken, do not try to fix it by yourself. The dangerous high voltages inside the monitor may become wet. iv Safety information • Before setting up the monitor, carefully read all cables are correctly connected and the power cables are not damaged.
... retailer. • The wall socket shall be installed near or over a radiator or heat source unless proper ventilation is broken, do not try to fix it by yourself. The dangerous high voltages inside the monitor may become wet. iv Safety information • Before setting up the monitor, carefully read all cables are correctly connected and the power cables are not damaged.
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Do not lift the display by yourself! The screen will recover slowly or you can turn it . Do not repair the screen by the stand or the cord. • Cleaning. Follow the correct lifting techniques when positioning the monitor. Use a cleaner intended for use with the monitor: • The screen may flicker during the initial use . • When the same image is better to complete a task. The following...
Do not lift the display by yourself! The screen will recover slowly or you can turn it . Do not repair the screen by the stand or the cord. • Cleaning. Follow the correct lifting techniques when positioning the monitor. Use a cleaner intended for use with the monitor: • The screen may flicker during the initial use . • When the same image is better to complete a task. The following...
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.... The latest widescreen LCD monitor from ASUS provides a crisper, broader, and brighter display, plus a host of features that the VS229/VS239 Series brings you for some models) 1 x Warranty card If any of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your VS229/VS239 Series LCD monitor package for the following items: LCD monitor Monitor base Quick start guide 1 x Power cord 1 x VGA cable 1 x DVI cable (Only for purchasing the ASUS® VS229/VS239 Series LCD monitor! ASUS LCD Monitor VS229, VS239...
.... The latest widescreen LCD monitor from ASUS provides a crisper, broader, and brighter display, plus a host of features that the VS229/VS239 Series brings you for some models) 1 x Warranty card If any of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your VS229/VS239 Series LCD monitor package for the following items: LCD monitor Monitor base Quick start guide 1 x Power cord 1 x VGA cable 1 x DVI cable (Only for purchasing the ASUS® VS229/VS239 Series LCD monitor! ASUS LCD Monitor VS229, VS239...
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Adjust the monitor to the angle that you cover the table surface with the screw to the arm tightly. 1.4 Connecting cables To connect cables: Connect the cables you . 1.3 Assembling the monitor base To assemble the monitor base: 1. We recommend that is most comfortable for you need based on chapter 1.5.2, page1-5. 1-2 Chapter 1: Product Introduction You can easily tighten the screw by fingers. 2. Attach the base to the arm and fix with soft cloth to prevent damage to the monitor. 1 2 2 1 Make sure to screw the base to join them tightly.
Adjust the monitor to the angle that you cover the table surface with the screw to the arm tightly. 1.4 Connecting cables To connect cables: Connect the cables you . 1.3 Assembling the monitor base To assemble the monitor base: 1. We recommend that is most comfortable for you need based on chapter 1.5.2, page1-5. 1-2 Chapter 1: Product Introduction You can easily tighten the screw by fingers. 2. Attach the base to the arm and fix with soft cloth to prevent damage to the monitor. 1 2 2 1 Make sure to screw the base to join them tightly.
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...; • Button: Automatically adjust the image to activate the QuickFit function designed for VGA mode only). Exit the OSD menu or go back to the next fuction. 1.5 Monitor introduction 1.5.1 Front of the function selected or move to the previous menu as the OSD menu is a hotkey to its optimized position, clock, and phase by long pressing this hotkey to switch among six video preset modes (Scenery...
...; • Button: Automatically adjust the image to activate the QuickFit function designed for VGA mode only). Exit the OSD menu or go back to the next fuction. 1.5 Monitor introduction 1.5.1 Front of the function selected or move to the previous menu as the OSD menu is a hotkey to its optimized position, clock, and phase by long pressing this hotkey to switch among six video preset modes (Scenery...
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... to switch among VGA, DVI, or HDMI inputs. 6. This is available for brightness adjustment. 5. MENU Button: • Press this button to enter the OSD menu. • Press this button to increase the value of common grid patterns, paper sizes, and photo sizes. (Please refer to enter/select the icon (function) highlighted while the OSD is as the table below. Status Blue Amber OFF Description ON Standby mode OFF...
... to switch among VGA, DVI, or HDMI inputs. 6. This is available for brightness adjustment. 5. MENU Button: • Press this button to enter the OSD menu. • Press this button to increase the value of common grid patterns, paper sizes, and photo sizes. (Please refer to enter/select the icon (function) highlighted while the OSD is as the table below. Status Blue Amber OFF Description ON Standby mode OFF...
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HDMI-In (Available for model VS229N/NR/H/HR/H-P, VS239N/NR/H/HR/H-P only) 4. VGA-In 5. DVI-In (Available for model VS229H/HR/H-P,VS239H/HR/H-P only) 3. AC-In 2. 1.5.2 Rear of the LCD monitor Screw Holes for model VS229H/HR/H-P,VS239H/HR/H-P only) ASUS LCD Monitor VS229, VS239 1-5 Earphone-Out (Available for VESA Wall Mount 1 2 3 45 1.
HDMI-In (Available for model VS229N/NR/H/HR/H-P, VS239N/NR/H/HR/H-P only) 4. VGA-In 5. DVI-In (Available for model VS229H/HR/H-P,VS239H/HR/H-P only) 3. AC-In 2. 1.5.2 Rear of the LCD monitor Screw Holes for model VS229H/HR/H-P,VS239H/HR/H-P only) ASUS LCD Monitor VS229, VS239 1-5 Earphone-Out (Available for VESA Wall Mount 1 2 3 45 1.
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... the monitor. 3. Use a screwdriver to remove the four screws that covers the stand neck. Carefully put the front of the monitor face down on a clean table. 2. Detach the stand from the monitor. • We recommend that you cover the table surface with minimum weight/ load according to the model listed in the specification table (Screw size: M4 x 10 mm). 2-1 Chapter 3: General Instruction 2.1 Detaching the arm/stand (for VESA wall mount...
... the monitor. 3. Use a screwdriver to remove the four screws that covers the stand neck. Carefully put the front of the monitor face down on a clean table. 2. Detach the stand from the monitor. • We recommend that you cover the table surface with minimum weight/ load according to the model listed in the specification table (Screw size: M4 x 10 mm). 2-1 Chapter 3: General Instruction 2.1 Detaching the arm/stand (for VESA wall mount...
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...™ Video Enhancement. 3-1 Chapter 3: General Instruction Highlight and activate the desired sub-menu function by pressing the [MENU] button. Repeat step 2 and step 3 to change the settings of the selected function. 4. Press the [MENU] button to reconfigure VS239 Splendid Scenery Mode Color Standard Mode Image Theater Mode Input Select Game Mode System Setup Night View Mode sRGB Move Menu Exit 1. To exit the OSD menu, press the button. 3.1 3.1.1 OSD (On-Screen Display) menu How to activate the OSD menu. 2.
...™ Video Enhancement. 3-1 Chapter 3: General Instruction Highlight and activate the desired sub-menu function by pressing the [MENU] button. Repeat step 2 and step 3 to change the settings of the selected function. 4. Press the [MENU] button to reconfigure VS239 Splendid Scenery Mode Color Standard Mode Image Theater Mode Input Select Game Mode System Setup Night View Mode sRGB Move Menu Exit 1. To exit the OSD menu, press the button. 3.1 3.1.1 OSD (On-Screen Display) menu How to activate the OSD menu. 2.
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... Menu Exit • Brightness: The adjusting range is from 0 ~ 100. ASUS LCD Monitor VS229, VS239 3-2 In the sRGB, the Brightness, Contrast, Saturation, Color Temp., Skin Tone, Sharpness, and ASCR functions are not user-configurable. the adjusting range is from 0 to 100. In the Standard Mode, the Saturation, Skin Tone, Sharpness, and ASCR functions are not userconfigurable. 2. In the User Mode, colors of R (Red), G (Green), and B (Blue) are userconfigurable; Color Select the image color...
... Menu Exit • Brightness: The adjusting range is from 0 ~ 100. ASUS LCD Monitor VS229, VS239 3-2 In the sRGB, the Brightness, Contrast, Saturation, Color Temp., Skin Tone, Sharpness, and ASCR functions are not user-configurable. the adjusting range is from 0 to 100. In the Standard Mode, the Saturation, Skin Tone, Sharpness, and ASCR functions are not userconfigurable. 2. In the User Mode, colors of R (Red), G (Green), and B (Blue) are userconfigurable; Color Select the image color...
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... the picture sharpness. The adjusting range is from VGA, DVI, or HDMI. The adjusting range is from 0 to enable or disable dynamic contrast ratio function. (ASCR: ASUS Smart Contrast Ratio. Disabled at "Standard Mode".) • Position: Adjust the horizontal postition (H-Position) and the vertical position (V-Position) of the image by Over Drive technology. VS239 Splendid Color Image Input Select System Setup VGA DVI HDMI Move Menu Exit 3-3 Chapter 3: General Instruction 3. Input Select Select the input source from 0 to 100. (Only available for VGA input.) 4. Image...
... the picture sharpness. The adjusting range is from VGA, DVI, or HDMI. The adjusting range is from 0 to enable or disable dynamic contrast ratio function. (ASCR: ASUS Smart Contrast Ratio. Disabled at "Standard Mode".) • Position: Adjust the horizontal postition (H-Position) and the vertical position (V-Position) of the image by Over Drive technology. VS239 Splendid Color Image Input Select System Setup VGA DVI HDMI Move Menu Exit 3-3 Chapter 3: General Instruction 3. Input Select Select the input source from 0 to 100. (Only available for VGA input.) 4. Image...
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... Mode: Activate the ecology mode for power saving. (Some gray levels may not be distinguished if ECO is lower than that when setting the Contrast Ratio to 100.) • OSD Setup: Adjust the horizontal postition (H-Position), vertical position (V-Position), OSD Timeout, DDC/CI, and Transparency of the OSD screen. • Language: Select OSD language. • DVI: Available for model VS229N/NR/H/HR/H-P, VS239N/NR/H/ HR/H-P only. • HDMI: Available for the Splendid function. • Volume: Adjust...
... Mode: Activate the ecology mode for power saving. (Some gray levels may not be distinguished if ECO is lower than that when setting the Contrast Ratio to 100.) • OSD Setup: Adjust the horizontal postition (H-Position), vertical position (V-Position), OSD Timeout, DDC/CI, and Transparency of the OSD screen. • Language: Select OSD language. • DVI: Available for model VS229N/NR/H/HR/H-P, VS239N/NR/H/ HR/H-P only. • HDMI: Available for the Splendid function. • Volume: Adjust...
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• Information: Display the monitor information of Input Port, Resolution, H-freq., V-freq, and Model Name. • All Reset: Set to "Yes" to revert all settings to the factory default status. 3-5 Chapter 3: General Instruction
• Information: Display the monitor information of Input Port, Resolution, H-freq., V-freq, and Model Name. • All Reset: Set to "Yes" to revert all settings to the factory default status. 3-5 Chapter 3: General Instruction
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3.2 Specifications Model Panel Size Max. Brightness (Typ.) Intrisinc Contrast Ratio (Typ.) Viewing Angle (CR=10) Display Colors Response Time Earphone Output Sound from HDMI HDMI input (HDMI 1.3) DVI input D-Sub input Power ON Consumption Power Saving Mode Power OFF Mode Tilt VESA Wall Mounting Phys. ASUS LCD Monitor VS229, VS239 3-6 Dimension (WxHxD) Box Dimension (WxHxD) Net Weight (Esti.) Gross Weight (Esti.) Voltage Rating VS229D/N/H VS239N/H 21.5"W(54.6 cm) 23"W (58.4 cm) 1920 x 1080 (FHD) LED Backlight Technology 250cd/m2 1000:1 ≧178°(H) / ≧...
3.2 Specifications Model Panel Size Max. Brightness (Typ.) Intrisinc Contrast Ratio (Typ.) Viewing Angle (CR=10) Display Colors Response Time Earphone Output Sound from HDMI HDMI input (HDMI 1.3) DVI input D-Sub input Power ON Consumption Power Saving Mode Power OFF Mode Tilt VESA Wall Mounting Phys. ASUS LCD Monitor VS229, VS239 3-6 Dimension (WxHxD) Box Dimension (WxHxD) Net Weight (Esti.) Gross Weight (Esti.) Voltage Rating VS229D/N/H VS239N/H 21.5"W(54.6 cm) 23"W (58.4 cm) 1920 x 1080 (FHD) LED Backlight Technology 250cd/m2 1000:1 ≧178°(H) / ≧...
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Model Panel Size Max. Brightness (Typ.) Intrisinc Contrast Ratio (Typ.) Viewing Angle (CR=10) Display Colors Response Time Earphone Output Sound from HDMI HDMI input (HDMI 1.3) DVI input D-Sub input Power ON Consumption Power Saving Mode Power OFF Mode Tilt VESA Wall Mounting Phys. Dimension (WxHxD) Box Dimension (WxHxD) Net Weight (Esti.) Gross Weight (Esti.) Voltage Rating VS229NR/HR VS239NR/HR 21.5"W(54.6 cm) 23"W (58.4 cm) 1920 x 1080 (FHD) LED Backlight...(Built-in) *Specifications subject to change without notice. 3-7 Chapter 3: General Instruction Resolution Backlight Tech.
Model Panel Size Max. Brightness (Typ.) Intrisinc Contrast Ratio (Typ.) Viewing Angle (CR=10) Display Colors Response Time Earphone Output Sound from HDMI HDMI input (HDMI 1.3) DVI input D-Sub input Power ON Consumption Power Saving Mode Power OFF Mode Tilt VESA Wall Mounting Phys. Dimension (WxHxD) Box Dimension (WxHxD) Net Weight (Esti.) Gross Weight (Esti.) Voltage Rating VS229NR/HR VS239NR/HR 21.5"W(54.6 cm) 23"W (58.4 cm) 1920 x 1080 (FHD) LED Backlight...(Built-in) *Specifications subject to change without notice. 3-7 Chapter 3: General Instruction Resolution Backlight Tech.
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Resolution Backlight Tech. Brightness (Typ.) Intrisinc Contrast Ratio (Typ.) Viewing Angle (CR=10) Display Colors Response Time Earphone Output Sound from HDMI HDMI input (HDMI 1.3) DVI input D-Sub input Power ON Consumption Power Saving Mode Power OFF Mode Tilt VESA Wall Mounting Phys. Model Panel Size Max. ASUS LCD Monitor VS229, VS239 3-8 Dimension (WxHxD) Box Dimension (WxHxD) Net Weight (Esti.) Gross Weight (Esti.) Voltage Rating VS229H-P VS239H-P 21.5"W(54.6 cm) 23"W (58.4 cm) 1920 x 1080 (FHD) LED Backlight...(Built-in) *Specifications subject to change without notice.
Resolution Backlight Tech. Brightness (Typ.) Intrisinc Contrast Ratio (Typ.) Viewing Angle (CR=10) Display Colors Response Time Earphone Output Sound from HDMI HDMI input (HDMI 1.3) DVI input D-Sub input Power ON Consumption Power Saving Mode Power OFF Mode Tilt VESA Wall Mounting Phys. Model Panel Size Max. ASUS LCD Monitor VS229, VS239 3-8 Dimension (WxHxD) Box Dimension (WxHxD) Net Weight (Esti.) Gross Weight (Esti.) Voltage Rating VS229H-P VS239H-P 21.5"W(54.6 cm) 23"W (58.4 cm) 1920 x 1080 (FHD) LED Backlight...(Built-in) *Specifications subject to change without notice.
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... V-Position settings via OSD. Screen image is not centered or sized properly • Press the button for VGA mode only). • Adjust the Phase and Clock settings via OSD. The power LED lights amber and • Check if the monitor and the computer are in the image the monitor and the computer. • Move electrical devices that none of both your monitor and computer. • Make sure the computer sound card driver is properly connected...
... V-Position settings via OSD. Screen image is not centered or sized properly • Press the button for VGA mode only). • Adjust the Phase and Clock settings via OSD. The power LED lights amber and • Check if the monitor and the computer are in the image the monitor and the computer. • Move electrical devices that none of both your monitor and computer. • Make sure the computer sound card driver is properly connected...
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For optimal resolution, we recommend that you choose a mode listed in the above tables. ASUS LCD Monitor VS229, VS239 3-10 3.4 Supported Timing List VESA / IBM Modes Support Timing (D-SUB, DVI-D, HDMI inputs) Resolution Refresh Rate Horizontal Frequency 640 x 350 70Hz 31.469KHz 640 x 480 60Hz 31.469KHz 640 x ...65.29KHz 1680 x 1050 60Hz 64.674KHz 1920 x 1080 60Hz 67.5KHz 1920 x 1080 60Hz 66.587KHz HDMI 1.3 CEA-861 Formats Supported Timing (for HDMI input) Resolution Refresh Rate Horizontal Frequency 640 x 480P 59.94 / 60Hz 31.469 / 31.5KHz 720 x 480P 59.94 / 60Hz ...
For optimal resolution, we recommend that you choose a mode listed in the above tables. ASUS LCD Monitor VS229, VS239 3-10 3.4 Supported Timing List VESA / IBM Modes Support Timing (D-SUB, DVI-D, HDMI inputs) Resolution Refresh Rate Horizontal Frequency 640 x 350 70Hz 31.469KHz 640 x 480 60Hz 31.469KHz 640 x ...65.29KHz 1680 x 1050 60Hz 64.674KHz 1920 x 1080 60Hz 67.5KHz 1920 x 1080 60Hz 66.587KHz HDMI 1.3 CEA-861 Formats Supported Timing (for HDMI input) Resolution Refresh Rate Horizontal Frequency 640 x 480P 59.94 / 60Hz 31.469 / 31.5KHz 720 x 480P 59.94 / 60Hz ...