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Asus VW171 Series manual

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    VW 198/VW 193 /VW171 Series LCD Monitor User Guide Q 3031 V 3 September 2007[...]

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    ii Copyright © 2007 ASUST eK COMPUTER INC. All Rights Reserved. No part of this ma nual, including the pr oducts and software de scribed in it, may be reproduced, transmitt ed, transcribed, stored in a retrieval system, or translated into any language in any form or by any means, except documentation kept by the purchaser for backup purposes, with[...]

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    iii Notices Federal Communications Commission Statement This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: • This device may not cause harmful interference, and • This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation. This equipment has [...]

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    iv Safety information • Before setting up the monitor , carefully read all the documentation that came with the package. • T o prevent re or shock hazard, never expose the monitor to rain or moisture. • Never try to open the monitor cabinet. The dangerous high voltages inside the monitor may result in serious physical injury . • If the p[...]

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    v Care & Cleaning • Before you lift or reposition your monitor , it is better to disconnect the cables and power cord. Follow the correct lifting techniques when positioning the monitor . When lifting or carrying the monitor , grasp the edges of the monitor . Do not lift the display by the stand or the cord. • Cleaning. T urn your monitor o[...]

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    vi Where to nd more information Refer to the following sources for additional information and for product and software updates. 1. ASUS websites The ASUS websites worldwide provide updated information on ASUS hardware and software products. Refer to http://www .asus.com 2. Optional documentation Y our product package may include optional documen[...]

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    1-1 ASUS LCD Monitor VW19 8/VW193 /VW171 Series 1.1 Welcome! Thank you for purchasing the ASUS ® VW19 8/VW193 /VW171 Series LCD monitor! The latest widescreen LCD monitor from ASUS provides a crisper , broader , and brighter display , plus a host of features that enhance your viewing experience. With these features, you can enjoy the convenience a[...]

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    1-2 Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.3 Assembling the monitor base T o assemble the monitor base: 1. Connect the base with the monitor . A click indicates that the base has been connected successfully . 2. Adjust the monitor to the angle that is most comfortable for you. We recommend that you cover the table surface with soft cloth to prevent dama[...]

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    1-3 ASUS LCD Monitor VW19 8/VW19 3 / VW171 Series 1.4 Monitor introduction 1.4.1 Front of the LCD monitor 1. button: • Automatically adjust the image to its optimized position, clock, and phase by long pressing this button for 2-4 seconds (for VGA mode only). • Use this hotkey to switch from five video preset modes (Game Mode, Night View Mode, [...]

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    1-4 Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.4.2 Rear of the LCD monitor Rear connectors Rear connectors (from left to right) 5. Power button • Press this button to turn the monitor on/off. 6. Power indicator  • Thecolordenitionofthepowerindicatorisasthebelowtable. Status Description Blue ON Amber Standby mode[...]

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    2-1 ASUS LCD Monitor VW19 8/VW19 3 /VW171 Series 2.1 Adjusting the monitor • For optimal viewing, we reco mmend that you look at the full fa ce of the monitor , then adjust the monitor to the angle that is most comfortable for you. • Hold the stand to prevent the monitor from falling when you change its angle. • Y ou can adjust the monitor’[...]

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    2-2 Chapter 2: Setup 2.2 Detaching the arm/stand (for VESA wall mount) The detachable stand of the VW19 8 /V19 3 /VW171 Series LCD monitor is specially designed for VESA wall mount. T o detach the arm/stand: 1. Remove the arm cover . 2. Have the front of the monitor face down on a table. 3. Use a screwdriver to remove the three screws on the stand [...]

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    3-1 ASUS LCD Monitor VW19 8/VW19 3 /VW171 Series 3.1 OSD (On-Screen Display) menu 3.1.1 Howtorecongure 1. Press the MENU button to activate the OSD menu. 2. Press and to navigate through the functions. Highlight and activate the desired function by pressing the MENU button. If the function selected has a sub-menu, press + and - again to[...]

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    3-2 Chapter 3: General Instruction 2. Image Y ou can adjust brightness, contrast, sharpness, saturation,position (VGA only), and focus (VGA only) from this main function. • Brightness: the adjusting range is from 0 to 100. is a hotkey to activate this function. • Contrast: the adjusting range is from 0 to 100. • Sharpness: the adjusting[...]

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    3-3 ASUS LCD Monitor VW19 8/VW19 3 / VW171 Series 5. SystemSetup Allow you to adjust the system. • V olume: the adjusting range is from 0 to 100. is a hotkey to activate this function. • OSD Setup: adjusts the horizontal postition (H-Position) and the vertical position (V -Position) of the OSD. The adjusting range is from 0 to 100. In [...]

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    3-4 Chapter 3: General Instruction 3.2 Specications summary *Specicationsaresubjecttochangewithoutnotice. Model VW198T/S/D VW193T/S/D VW171T/S/D Panel Size 19"Wide 19"Wide 17"Wide Max. Resolution WSXGA+ 1680x1050 WXGA+ 1440x900 WXGA+ 1440x900 Brightness (Typ.) 300 300 250 Contrast Ratio (Typ.) 1000:1 800:1/850[...]

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    3-5 ASUS LCD Monitor VW19 8/VW193 /VW171 Series 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 the monitor and the power outlet. The power LED lights amber and there is no screen image • Check if the moni[...]

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    3- 6 Chapter 3: General Instruction 3. 4 VW198 Supported operating modes Mode Resolution Fre q uenc y Horizontal Frequency Vertical Frequency Pixel 640 x 480 31,469KHz 60Hz 25,175MHz 640 x 480 37,861KHz 72Hz 31,50MHz 640 x 480 37,50KHz 75Hz 31,50MHz 800 x 600 35,156KHz 56Hz 36,00MHz 800 x 600 37,879KHz 60Hz 40,00MHz 800 x 600 48,077KHz 72Hz 50,00MH[...]

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    3- 7 Chapter 3: General Instruction 3. 5 VW193/VW171 Supported operating modes Mode Resolution Frequency Horizontal Frequency V ertical Frequency Pixel VGA 640 x 480 31.469KHz 60Hz 25.175MHz 640 x 480 37.861KHz 72Hz 31.50MHz 640 x 480 37.50KHz 75Hz 31.50MHz SVGA 800 x 600 35.156KHz 56Hz 36.00MHz 800 x 600 37.879KHz 60Hz 40.00MHz 800 x 600 [...]