Asus VK228HCSM manual

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ii First Edition February 2012 Copyright © 2012 ASUST eK COMPUTER INC. All Rights Reserved. No part of this manual, including the products and software described in it, may be reproduced, transmitted, transcribed, stored in a retrieval system, or translated into any language in any form or by any means, except documentation kept by the purchaser f[...]

iii Contents Notices ......................................................................................................... iv Safety information ....................................................................................... v Care & Cleaning .......................................................................................... [...]

iv 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 b[...]

v Safety information • Before setting up the monitor, carefully read all the documentation that came with the package. • To 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 power[...]

vi 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. Turn your monitor off a[...]

vii 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 worldwid e provide updated information on ASUS hardware and software products. Refer to http://www.asus.com 2. Optional documentation Your product package may include optional[...]

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1-1 ASUS VK228 LCD Monitor 1.1 Welcome! Thank you for purchasing the ASUS ® 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 and delightful visual experience that the monitor br[...]

1-2 Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.4 Monitor introduction 1.4.1 Front view 1 2 6 4 3 5 HD W e bcam HD W e bcam VK228H VK228S/VK228T 1 2 6 4 3 1 1. , , button: Selects a desired preset mode. ( • , ) Exits the OSD menu or goes back to the previous menu when the OSD • menu is active. ( , ) Automatically adjusts the image to its optimized positi[...]

1-3 ASUS VK228 LCD Monitor 5. button: Selects an available input source. • 6. Power button/power indicator Turns the monitor on/off. • The color definition of the power indicator is as the below table. • Status Description Blue ON Amber Standby mode OFF OFF 1.4.2 Back view HDM ID VI VGA 6 4 7 Rear connectors 1. AC-IN port. This port connects [...]

1-4 Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.4.3 QuickFit Function The QuickFit function allows users have a preview of the document or photo layout directly on screen without printing test copies. To activate QuickFit, press the QuickFit hotkey, and then press the MENU key to switch between different pattern sizes. Alignment Grid Photo 4x6, 3x5, 2x2 Phot[...]

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2-1 ASUS VK228 LCD Monitor 2.1 Assembling the monitor arm/base To assemble the monitor base: 1. Have the front of the monitor face down on a table. 2. Attach the base into the arm, making sure the tab on the arm fits into the groove on the base. 3. Fix the base to the arm by fastening the bundled screw. We recommend that you cover the table surface[...]

2-2 Chapter 2: Setup 2.3 Detaching the arm/base (for VESA wall mount) The detachable arm/base of this monitor is specially designed for VESA wall mount. To detach the arm/base: 1. Have the front of the monitor face down on a table. 2. Remove the rubbers in the four screw holes. (Figure 1) 3. Remove the base (Figure 2). 4. Pry the rear hinge cover ([...]

2-3 ASUS VK228 LCD Monitor 2.4 Connecting the cables Connect the cables as the following instructions: HDMI DV I V GA VGA DVI HDMI USB 2.0 Earphone jack Audio-in To connect the audio cable: • connect one end of the audio cable to the monitor’s Audio-in port, the other end to the computer’s audio-out port. To connect the power cord • :[...]

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3-1 ASUS VK228 LCD Monitor 3.1 OSD (On-Screen Display) menu 3.1.1 How to reconfigure Press the MENU button to activate 1. the OSD menu. Press 2. , and to navigate through the functions. Highlight the desired function and press the MENU button to activate it. If the function selected has a sub-menu, press and again to navigate through the sub-menu f[...]

3-2 Chapter 3: General Instructions 2. Color You can adjust Brightness, Contrast, Saturation, Color Temp., and Skin Tone from this menu. 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. Saturation • : the adjusting range is from 0 to 100. Color Temp.[...]

3-3 ASUS VK228 LCD Monitor 4. Input Select In this function, you can select your desired input source. 5. System Setup Allows you to adjust the system. Splendid Demo Mode • : splits the screen into two for Splendid modes comparison. Volume • : the adjusting range is from 0 to 100. ECO Mode • : reduces power consumption. OSD Setup • : Adjust[...]

3-4 Chapter 3: General Instructions 3.2 Speci fi cations summary (VK228H) Panel Type TFT LCD Panel size 21.5”W (16:9, 54.6 cm) wide screen Max. Resolution 1920 x 1080 Pixel pitch 0.248 mm Brightness (Typ.) 250 cd/m 2 Contrast Ratio (Typ.) 1000:1 Contrast Ratio (Max.) 50,000,000:1 (with ASCR on) Viewing angle(H/V) CR>10 170 ˚ /160 ˚ Display [...]

3-5 ASUS VK228 LCD Monitor Speci fi cations summary (VK228T) Panel Type TFT LCD Panel size 21.5”W (16:9, 54.6 cm) wide screen Max. Resolution 1920 x 1080 Pixel pitch 0.248 mm Brightness (Typ.) 250 cd/m 2 Contrast Ratio (Typ.) 1000:1 Contrast Ratio (Max.) 50,000,000:1 (with ASCR on) Viewing angle(H/V) CR>10 170 ˚ /160 ˚ Display colors 16.7 M[...]

3-6 Chapter 3: General Instructions Speci fi cations summary (VK228S) Panel Type TFT LCD Panel size 21.5”W (16:9, 54.6 cm) wide screen Max. Resolution 1920 x 1080 Pixel pitch 0.248 mm Brightness (Typ.) 250 cd/m 2 Contrast Ratio (Typ.) 1000:1 Contrast Ratio (Max.) 50,000,000:1 (with ASCR on) Viewing angle(H/V) CR>10 170 ˚ /160 ˚ Display colo[...]

3-7 ASUS VK228 LCD Monitor 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 monitor and the computer are ?[...]

3-8 Chapter 3: General Instructions 3.4 Supported operating modes Resolution Frequency Horizontal Frequency (KHz) Vertical Frequency (Hz) Pixel (MHz) 640x480 31.5 60 25.18 640x480 35.0 67 30.24 640x480 37.9 72 31.50 640x480 37.5 75 31.50 720x400 31.5 70 28.32 800x600 35.16 56 36.00 800x600 37.9 60 40.00 800x600 48.1 72 66.75 800x600 46.9 75 49.50 8[...]

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