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...& Cleaning vi Takeback Services vii 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 1-4 1.3.3 QuickFit Function 1-5 2.1 Assembling the monitor base 2-1 2.2 Adjusting the monitor 2-1 2.3 Connecting the cables 2-2 2.4 Turning on 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 3-1 3.2 Specifications Summary 3-4 3.2.1 VX238H 3-4 3.2.2 VX238T 3-5 3.2.3 VX238S 3-6 3.2.4 VX238N 3-7 3.2.5 VX238D 3-8 3.3 Troubleshooting (FAQ 3-9 3.4 Supported operating modes...
...& Cleaning vi Takeback Services vii 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 1-4 1.3.3 QuickFit Function 1-5 2.1 Assembling the monitor base 2-1 2.2 Adjusting the monitor 2-1 2.3 Connecting the cables 2-2 2.4 Turning on 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 3-1 3.2 Specifications Summary 3-4 3.2.1 VX238H 3-4 3.2.2 VX238T 3-5 3.2.3 VX238S 3-6 3.2.4 VX238N 3-7 3.2.5 VX238D 3-8 3.3 Troubleshooting (FAQ 3-9 3.4 Supported operating modes...
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...'s instructions, may cause undesired operation. However, there is no signal input after 10 seconds, the product automatically goes to sleep/ standby mode. Operation is subject to the following measures: • Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. • Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. • Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from digital apparatus set...
...'s instructions, may cause undesired operation. However, there is no signal input after 10 seconds, the product automatically goes to sleep/ standby mode. Operation is subject to the following measures: • Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. • Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. • Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from digital apparatus set...
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... appropriate power plug which have appropriate configured receptacles marked between 100-240V AC. • If you encounter technical problems with the package. • To prevent fire or shock hazard, never expose the monitor to rain or moisture. • Never try to open the monitor cabinet. v Safety information • Before setting up the monitor, carefully read all cables are correctly connected...
... appropriate power plug which have appropriate configured receptacles marked between 100-240V AC. • If you encounter technical problems with the package. • To prevent fire or shock hazard, never expose the monitor to rain or moisture. • Never try to open the monitor cabinet. v Safety information • Before setting up the monitor, carefully read all cables are correctly connected...
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... the monitor: • The screen may drip inside the monitor and cause an electric shock. Clean the monitor surface with the LCD. Turn off the Power Switch and turn off the Power Switch for hours. • When the screen becomes black or flashes, or cannot work anymore, contact your dealer or service center to fix it. When lifting or carrying the monitor, grasp the edges of the fluorescent light. Never...
... the monitor: • The screen may drip inside the monitor and cause an electric shock. Clean the monitor surface with the LCD. Turn off the Power Switch and turn off the Power Switch for hours. • When the screen becomes black or flashes, or cannot work anymore, contact your dealer or service center to fix it. When lifting or carrying the monitor, grasp the edges of the fluorescent light. Never...
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1.3 Monitor introduction 1.3.1 Front view VX238H 4 VX238T / VX238S 67 4 VX238N / VX238D 27 4 27 1. Button: • Activates the QuickFit function. (Please refer to 1.3.3 QuickFit function). 2. • • • , , Button: Selects a desired preset mode. ( , ) Exit the OSD menu or go back to the previous menu as the OSD menu is active. ( , ) Automatically adjusts the image to its optimized position, clock, and phase by pressing this button for 2~4 seconds (for VGA mode only). ( , ) 1-2 Chapter 1: Product Introduction
1.3 Monitor introduction 1.3.1 Front view VX238H 4 VX238T / VX238S 67 4 VX238N / VX238D 27 4 27 1. Button: • Activates the QuickFit function. (Please refer to 1.3.3 QuickFit function). 2. • • • , , Button: Selects a desired preset mode. ( , ) Exit the OSD menu or go back to the previous menu as the OSD menu is active. ( , ) Automatically adjusts the image to its optimized position, clock, and phase by pressing this button for 2~4 seconds (for VGA mode only). ( , ) 1-2 Chapter 1: Product Introduction
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... button for model VX238H only) 7. Status White Amber OFF Description ON Standby mode OFF ASUS LCD Monitor VX238H, VX238T, VX238S, VX238N, VX238D 1-3 Volume hotkey ( ) Contrast hotkey ( ) 4. 3 , Button: Decreases values or moves your selection right/up. MENU Button: • Turns on the OSD menu. • Enacts the selected OSD menu item. • Press this button to activate the Key Lock function. Input Select Button: • Selects an available input source. Press (Input Select button) to display HDMI signals after you connect HDMI cable...
... button for model VX238H only) 7. Status White Amber OFF Description ON Standby mode OFF ASUS LCD Monitor VX238H, VX238T, VX238S, VX238N, VX238D 1-3 Volume hotkey ( ) Contrast hotkey ( ) 4. 3 , Button: Decreases values or moves your selection right/up. MENU Button: • Turns on the OSD menu. • Enacts the selected OSD menu item. • Press this button to activate the Key Lock function. Input Select Button: • Selects an available input source. Press (Input Select button) to display HDMI signals after you connect HDMI cable...
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... for model VX238H): This port is for PC VGA connection. 4. 1.3.2 Back view DVI HDMI-1 HDMI-2 VGA 4 6 1. Audio-in port: This port connects the adapter. 1-4 Chapter 1: Product Introduction DC-in port: This port connects PC audio source by the bundled audio cable. 5. VGA port: This 15-pin port is for model VX238H only): This port connects to an earphone. 6. DVI port (Available for model VX238T and VX238N): This 24-pin port is for connection with an HDMI compatible device. 3. Earphone jack (Available for PC (Personal Computer) DVI-D digital signal connection. 2.
... for model VX238H): This port is for PC VGA connection. 4. 1.3.2 Back view DVI HDMI-1 HDMI-2 VGA 4 6 1. Audio-in port: This port connects the adapter. 1-4 Chapter 1: Product Introduction DC-in port: This port connects PC audio source by the bundled audio cable. 5. VGA port: This 15-pin port is for model VX238H only): This port connects to an earphone. 6. DVI port (Available for model VX238T and VX238N): This 24-pin port is for connection with an HDMI compatible device. 3. Earphone jack (Available for PC (Personal Computer) DVI-D digital signal connection. 2.
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QuickFit ASUS LCD Monitor VX238H, VX238T, VX238S, VX238N, VX238D 1-5 To activate QuickFit, press the QuickFit hotkey repeatedly to make selections. The QuickFit OSD displayed in the lower right corner of the document or photo layout directly on the front panel to switch between different pattern sizes. 1.3.3 QuickFit Function The QuickFit function allows users to have a preview of the screen will guide users to make adjustments. Alignment Grid...
QuickFit ASUS LCD Monitor VX238H, VX238T, VX238S, VX238N, VX238D 1-5 To activate QuickFit, press the QuickFit hotkey repeatedly to make selections. The QuickFit OSD displayed in the lower right corner of the document or photo layout directly on the front panel to switch between different pattern sizes. 1.3.3 QuickFit Function The QuickFit function allows users to have a preview of the screen will guide users to make adjustments. Alignment Grid...
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...; To connect the audio cable: connect one end of the audio cable to the monitor's Audio-in port, the other end to a power outlet. • To connect the VGA/DVI/HDMI cable: a. The power indicator is ON. lights up in the OSD menu. 2.4 Turning on the monitor Press the power button . See page 1-2 for VX238H) or select from the Input Select item in white to the monitor's VGA/ DVI/HDMI port. Plug one end of the VGA/DVI/HDMI cable to show that the monitor ASUS LCD Monitor VX238H, VX238T...
...; To connect the audio cable: connect one end of the audio cable to the monitor's Audio-in port, the other end to a power outlet. • To connect the VGA/DVI/HDMI cable: a. The power indicator is ON. lights up in the OSD menu. 2.4 Turning on the monitor Press the power button . See page 1-2 for VX238H) or select from the Input Select item in white to the monitor's VGA/ DVI/HDMI port. Plug one end of the VGA/DVI/HDMI cable to show that the monitor ASUS LCD Monitor VX238H, VX238T...
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... 3: General Instruction 3.1 OSD (On-Screen Display) menu 3.1.1 How to adjust any other function. 3.1.2 OSD Function Introduction 1. Highlight and activate the desired sub-menu function by pressing the MENU button. Repeat step 2 and step 3 to reconfigure 1. VX238 Splendid Color Image Input Select System Setup Scenery Mode Standard Mode Theater Mode Game Mode Night View Mode sRGB Move Menu Exit • Scenery Mode: best choice for scenery photo display with SPLENDID™ Video Enhancement. • Standard Mode: best choice...
... 3: General Instruction 3.1 OSD (On-Screen Display) menu 3.1.1 How to adjust any other function. 3.1.2 OSD Function Introduction 1. Highlight and activate the desired sub-menu function by pressing the MENU button. Repeat step 2 and step 3 to reconfigure 1. VX238 Splendid Color Image Input Select System Setup Scenery Mode Standard Mode Theater Mode Game Mode Night View Mode sRGB Move Menu Exit • Scenery Mode: best choice for scenery photo display with SPLENDID™ Video Enhancement. • Standard Mode: best choice...
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... for HDMI input.) • ASCR: turns on/off the ASCR (ASUS Smart Contrast Ratio) function. • Position: adjusts the horizontal postition (H-Position) and the vertical position (V-Position) of R (Red), G (Green), and B (Blue) are not userconfigurable. 2. button is from 0 to activate this function. Image You can adjust Brightness, Contrast, Saturation, Color Temp., and Skin Tone from this menu. • Sharpness: the adjusting range is a hotkey to 100. Skin Tone Smart View Move Menu 90 80 50 User Mode Natural...
... for HDMI input.) • ASCR: turns on/off the ASCR (ASUS Smart Contrast Ratio) function. • Position: adjusts the horizontal postition (H-Position) and the vertical position (V-Position) of R (Red), G (Green), and B (Blue) are not userconfigurable. 2. button is from 0 to activate this function. Image You can adjust Brightness, Contrast, Saturation, Color Temp., and Skin Tone from this menu. • Sharpness: the adjusting range is a hotkey to 100. Skin Tone Smart View Move Menu 90 80 50 User Mode Natural...
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..., and Japanese. • 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 100. • Phase adjusts the phase of the pixel clock signal. VX238 Splendid Color Image Input Select System Setup Splendid Demo Mode Volume ECO Mode OSD Setup Language Information Move Menu Exit OFF 50 OFF English 1/2 • ECO Mode: Activate the ecology mode for power saving. (Some gray levels may...
..., and Japanese. • 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 100. • Phase adjusts the phase of the pixel clock signal. VX238 Splendid Color Image Input Select System Setup Splendid Demo Mode Volume ECO Mode OSD Setup Language Information Move Menu Exit OFF 50 OFF English 1/2 • ECO Mode: Activate the ecology mode for power saving. (Some gray levels may...
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3.2 Specifications Summary 3.2.1 VX238H Panel Type Panel Size Max. Resolution Brightness (Typ.) Contrast Ratio (Typ.) Contrast Ratio (Max.) Viewing Angle (H/V) CR>10 Display Colors Response Time SPLENDIDTM Video Enhancement SPLENDIDTM selection Auto adjustment Color temperature selection Skin-Tone selection Digital input Analog input Audio-in port Earphone jack Colors Speaker (Built-in) Power LED Tilt Voltage Rating Power Consumption Temperature (Operating) Temperature (Non-operating) Dimensions (W x H x D) Weight (Esti.) TFT LCD 23" (16:9, 58.4 cm) wide screen 1920 x 1080 250 cd/m2 1000...
3.2 Specifications Summary 3.2.1 VX238H Panel Type Panel Size Max. Resolution Brightness (Typ.) Contrast Ratio (Typ.) Contrast Ratio (Max.) Viewing Angle (H/V) CR>10 Display Colors Response Time SPLENDIDTM Video Enhancement SPLENDIDTM selection Auto adjustment Color temperature selection Skin-Tone selection Digital input Analog input Audio-in port Earphone jack Colors Speaker (Built-in) Power LED Tilt Voltage Rating Power Consumption Temperature (Operating) Temperature (Non-operating) Dimensions (W x H x D) Weight (Esti.) TFT LCD 23" (16:9, 58.4 cm) wide screen 1920 x 1080 250 cd/m2 1000...
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... languages (English, French, German, Spanish, Italian, Dutch, Russian, Poland, Czech, Croatia, Hungary, Romania, Portuguese, Turkey, Traditional Chinese, Simplified Chinese, Japanese, Korean Persian, Thai, Indonesian) Adapter, Power cable, VGA cable, DVI-HDMI cable, Audio cable, Quick Start Guide, Warranty card UL/cUL, CB, CE, FCC, CCC, BSMI, Gost-R, c-Tick, VCCI, Windows Vista & 7 WHWL, EuP, RoHS, WEEE, EPEAT, HDMI, Energy Star® 5.1, China Energy Label *Specifications subject to change without notice. 3.2.2 VX238T Panel Type TFT LCD Panel Size...
... languages (English, French, German, Spanish, Italian, Dutch, Russian, Poland, Czech, Croatia, Hungary, Romania, Portuguese, Turkey, Traditional Chinese, Simplified Chinese, Japanese, Korean Persian, Thai, Indonesian) Adapter, Power cable, VGA cable, DVI-HDMI cable, Audio cable, Quick Start Guide, Warranty card UL/cUL, CB, CE, FCC, CCC, BSMI, Gost-R, c-Tick, VCCI, Windows Vista & 7 WHWL, EuP, RoHS, WEEE, EPEAT, HDMI, Energy Star® 5.1, China Energy Label *Specifications subject to change without notice. 3.2.2 VX238T Panel Type TFT LCD Panel Size...
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..., Poland, Czech, Croatia, Hungary, Romania, Portuguese, Turkey, Traditional Chinese, Simplified Chinese, Japanese, Korean Persian, Thai, Indonesian) Adapter, Power cable, VGA cable, DVI cable, Audio cable, Quick Start Guide, Warranty card UL/cUL, CB, CE, FCC, CCC, BSMI, Gost-R, c-Tick, VCCI, Windows Vista & 7 WHWL, EuP, RoHS, WEEE, EPEAT, HDMI, Energy Star® 5.1, China Energy Label *Specifications subject to change without notice. 3.2.3 VX238S Panel Type TFT LCD Panel Size 23" (16:9, 58.4 cm) wide screen Max.
..., Poland, Czech, Croatia, Hungary, Romania, Portuguese, Turkey, Traditional Chinese, Simplified Chinese, Japanese, Korean Persian, Thai, Indonesian) Adapter, Power cable, VGA cable, DVI cable, Audio cable, Quick Start Guide, Warranty card UL/cUL, CB, CE, FCC, CCC, BSMI, Gost-R, c-Tick, VCCI, Windows Vista & 7 WHWL, EuP, RoHS, WEEE, EPEAT, HDMI, Energy Star® 5.1, China Energy Label *Specifications subject to change without notice. 3.2.3 VX238S Panel Type TFT LCD Panel Size 23" (16:9, 58.4 cm) wide screen Max.
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..., Japanese, Korean Persian, Thai, Indonesian) Adapter, Power cable, VGA cable, Audio cable, Quick Start Guide, Warranty card UL/cUL, CB, CE, FCC, CCC, BSMI, Gost-R, c-Tick, VCCI, Windows Vista & 7 WHWL, EuP, RoHS, WEEE, EPEAT, HDMI, Energy Star® 5.1, China Energy Label *Specifications subject to change without notice. 3.2.4 VX238N Panel Type TFT LCD Panel Size 23" (16:9, 58.4 cm) wide screen Max. Resolution 1920 x 1080 Brightness (Typ.) 250 cd/m2 Contrast Ratio (Typ.) 1000:1; 80000000:1 (w/DCR...
..., Japanese, Korean Persian, Thai, Indonesian) Adapter, Power cable, VGA cable, Audio cable, Quick Start Guide, Warranty card UL/cUL, CB, CE, FCC, CCC, BSMI, Gost-R, c-Tick, VCCI, Windows Vista & 7 WHWL, EuP, RoHS, WEEE, EPEAT, HDMI, Energy Star® 5.1, China Energy Label *Specifications subject to change without notice. 3.2.4 VX238N Panel Type TFT LCD Panel Size 23" (16:9, 58.4 cm) wide screen Max. Resolution 1920 x 1080 Brightness (Typ.) 250 cd/m2 Contrast Ratio (Typ.) 1000:1; 80000000:1 (w/DCR...
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Resolution Brightness (Typ.) Contrast Ratio (Typ.) Contrast Ratio (Max.) Viewing Angle (H/V) CR>10 Display Colors TFT LCD 23" (16:9, 58.4 cm) wide screen 1920 x 1080 250 cd/m2 1000:1; 80000000:1 (w/DCR) 80,000,000:1 (w/DCR) 170° / 160° 16.7 M ASUS LCD Monitor VX238H, VX238T, VX238S, VX238N, VX238D 3-8 Auto adjustment Yes (by hotkey) Color temperature selection 4 color temperatures Skin-Tone selection 3 skin tones Analog input D-Sub Colors Black Power LED White (On) / Amber (Standby) Tilt Voltage Rating Power Consumption Temperature...
Resolution Brightness (Typ.) Contrast Ratio (Typ.) Contrast Ratio (Max.) Viewing Angle (H/V) CR>10 Display Colors TFT LCD 23" (16:9, 58.4 cm) wide screen 1920 x 1080 250 cd/m2 1000:1; 80000000:1 (w/DCR) 80,000,000:1 (w/DCR) 170° / 160° 16.7 M ASUS LCD Monitor VX238H, VX238T, VX238S, VX238N, VX238D 3-8 Auto adjustment Yes (by hotkey) Color temperature selection 4 color temperatures Skin-Tone selection 3 skin tones Analog input D-Sub Colors Black Power LED White (On) / Amber (Standby) Tilt Voltage Rating Power Consumption Temperature...
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...) 21 languages (English, French, German, Spanish, Italian, Dutch, Russian, Poland, Czech, Croatia, Hungary, Romania, Portuguese, Turkey, Traditional Chinese, Simplified Chinese, Japanese, Korean Persian, Thai, Indonesian) Adapter, Power cable, VGA cable, Quick Start Guide, Warranty card UL/cUL, CB, CE, FCC, CCC, BSMI, Gost-R, c-Tick, VCCI, Windows Vista & 7 WHWL, EuP, RoHS, WEEE, EPEAT, HDMI, Energy Star® 5.1, China Energy Label *Specifications subject to change without notice...
...) 21 languages (English, French, German, Spanish, Italian, Dutch, Russian, Poland, Czech, Croatia, Hungary, Romania, Portuguese, Turkey, Traditional Chinese, Simplified Chinese, Japanese, Korean Persian, Thai, Indonesian) Adapter, Power cable, VGA cable, Quick Start Guide, Warranty card UL/cUL, CB, CE, FCC, CCC, BSMI, Gost-R, c-Tick, VCCI, Windows Vista & 7 WHWL, EuP, RoHS, WEEE, EPEAT, HDMI, Energy Star® 5.1, China Energy Label *Specifications subject to change without notice...
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...; Adjust the volume settings of the pins are bent. • Connect the computer with another available monitor to check if the computer is properly working. ASUS LCD Monitor VX238H, VX238T, VX238S, VX238N, VX238D 3-10 Screen image has color defects (white does not look white) • Inspect the signal cable and make sure none of both your monitor and computer. • Make sure the computer sound card driver is properly installed and activated. 3.3 Troubleshooting (FAQ) Problem Possible Solution Power LED...
...; Adjust the volume settings of the pins are bent. • Connect the computer with another available monitor to check if the computer is properly working. ASUS LCD Monitor VX238H, VX238T, VX238S, VX238N, VX238D 3-10 Screen image has color defects (white does not look white) • Inspect the signal cable and make sure none of both your monitor and computer. • Make sure the computer sound card driver is properly installed and activated. 3.3 Troubleshooting (FAQ) Problem Possible Solution Power LED...
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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 Mode DOS VGA SVGA XGA VESA SXGA WXGA Resolution Refresh Rate 720x400@70Hz 640x480@60Hz ...67.5 63.981 79.976 60.000 49.702 45.00 47.776 47.712 Vertical Frequency (Hz) 70.087 59.940 72.809 75.000 56.250 60.317 72.... 57.27 * 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. 3-11 Chapter 3: General Instruction
For optimal resolution, we recommend that you choose a mode listed in the table may not be supported. 3.4 Supported operating modes Mode DOS VGA SVGA XGA VESA SXGA WXGA Resolution Refresh Rate 720x400@70Hz 640x480@60Hz ...67.5 63.981 79.976 60.000 49.702 45.00 47.776 47.712 Vertical Frequency (Hz) 70.087 59.940 72.809 75.000 56.250 60.317 72.... 57.27 * 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. 3-11 Chapter 3: General Instruction