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VK193 Series
LCD Monitor
User Guide
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E3907 First Edition V1 May 2008 Copyright © 2008 ASUSTeK 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 for backup purposes, without the express written permission of ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. (“ASUS”). Product warranty or service will not be extended if:
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Contents Contents ...................................................................................................... iii Notices ......................................................................................................... iv Safety information ....................................................................................... v Care & Cleaning ......................................................................................... vi Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.1 Wel
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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 been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide r
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Safety information • Before setting up the monitor, carefully read all the documentation that came with the package. • To prevent fire 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 supply is broken, do not try to fix it by yourself. Contact a qualified service technician or your retailer. • Before using the product, make sure al
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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 and unplug the power cord. Clean the monitor surface with a lint-free, non-abrasive cloth. Stubborn stains may be removed with a cloth dampened with mild c
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Where to find 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 Your product package may include optional documentation that may have been added by your dealer. These documents are not part of the standard package. vii
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1.1 Welcome! Thank you for purchasing the ASUS VK193 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. Besides, the built-in webcam enhances image quality. No need for installing ® ® additional drivers with Microsoft Windows Vista / XP Service Pack 2 operating systems while having a video conference with friends online! With these features, you can enjoy the convenie
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1.3 Monitor introduction 1.3.1 Front view Webcam Base 1 2 3 4 5 1. Button: • Use this hotkey to switch from five video preset modes (Game Mode, Night View Mode, Scenery Mode, Standard Mode, Theater Mode) with SPLENDID™ Video Enhancement Technology. • Exit the OSD menu or go back to the previous menu as the OSD menu is active. • Automatically adjust the image to its optimized position, clock, and phase by pressing this button for 2–4 seconds (for VGA mode only). 2. Button (For those models
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4. Button: • Press this button to increase the value of the function selected or move right/up to the previous function. • This is also a hotkey for Brightness adjustment. 5. Power button/power indicator • Press this button to turn 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 1.3.2 Back view Stereo speaker Stereo speaker (For some models) (For some models) Screw holes for VESA Wall Mount
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1-4 Chapter 1: Product introduction
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2.1 Assembling the monitor base To assemble the monitor base: 1. Have the front of the monitor face down on a table. 2. Connect the base with the arm according to the below drawing. A click shows that the base has been connected successfully. We recommend that you cover the table surface with soft cloth to prevent damage to the monitor. 2.2 Adjusting the monitor • For optimal viewing, we recommend that you look at the full face of the monitor, then adjust the monitor to the angle that is mo
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2.3 Detaching the arm/base (for VESA wall mount) The detachable arm/base of the VK193 Series LCD 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. Use a screwdriver to remove the two arm screws, and then slide out the arm/base to detach it from the monitor (Figure 2). Rubbers in the screw holes Arm screws Arm/base Figure 1 Figure 2 We recommend tha
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2.4 Connecting the cables 1. Connect the cables as the following instructions: USB VGA • To connect the power cord: connect one end of the power cord securely to the monitor’s AC input port, and the other end to a power outlet. • To connect the USB cable: connect one end of the USB cable (upstream) to the monitor's USB port, and the other end to the computer's USB 2.0 port. • To connect the VGA/DVI cable: a. Plug the VGA/DVI connector to the LCD monitor’s VGA/DVI port. b. Connect the other
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2.6 Built-in webcam support The built-in webcam allows you to take pictures, have a video conference, or record video clips. While chatting with friends via Internet-based communication tools, you can directly show your vivid image with this device. System requirements ® • A personal computer with Pentium III 800 MHz or higher processor ® ® • Microsoft Windows Vista / XP Service Pack 2 operating systems • Minimum 200 MB free hard disk space to run the program • 128 MB of RAM or above • A displ
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3.1 OSD (On-Screen Display) menu 3.1.1 How to reconfigure 1. Press the MENU button to activate the OSD menu. Standard Mode Theater Mode 2. Press and to navigate through the Game Mode functions. Highlight and activate the Night View Mode Scenery Mode desired function by pressing the MENU button. If the function selected has a sub- menu, press and again to navigate through the sub-menu functions. Highlight and activate the desired sub-menu function by pressing the MENU button. 3. Pres
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2. Image You can adjust Brightness, Contrast, ASCR, 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. is a hotkey to activate this function (For those models without speakers). • ASCR: turns on/off the ASCR(ASUS Smart Contrast Ratio) function. • Sharpness: the adjusting range is from 0 to 100. • Saturation:
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4. Input Select In this function, you can select either VGA or DVI input source. 5. System Setup Allow you to adjust the system. • Volume: the adjusting range is from 0 to 100. is a hotkey to activate this function (For those models with speakers.). • Aspect Control: adjusts the aspect ratio to “Full” or “4:3”. • OSD Setup: *Adjusts the horizontal position (H-Position) / the vertical position (V-Position) of the OSD from 0 to 100. *Adjusts the OSD timeout from 10 to 120. *Enables or
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3.2 Specifications summary Panel Type TFT LCD Panel size 19" wide screen Max. Resolution WXGA+ 1440 x 900 2 Brightness 300cd/m Contrast Ratio (Typ.) / (Max.) 1000:1 / 5000:1 (with ASCR ON) Viewing angle(H/V) CR>10 170˚/160˚ Display colors 16.7M Response time 5ms (Tr+Tf) Webcam 1.3 Mega pixel (VK193T/S/N) / VGA (VK193D) SPLENDID™ Video Yes Intelligence Technology SPLENDID™ selection 5 video preset modes (by hotkey) Auto adjustment Yes (by hotkey) Color temperature selection 5 color temperatures
