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VW223 Series
LCD Monitor
User Guide
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E3693 First Edition V1 March 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 ...................................................................................... vi Care & Cleaning ........................................................................................ vii 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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TCO Development Congratulations! The display you have just purchased carries the TCO’03 Displays label. This means that your display is designed, manufactured and tested according to some of the strictest quality and environmental requirements in the world. This makes for a high performance product, designed with the user in focus that also minimizes the impact on our natural environment. Some of the features of the TCO’03 Display requirements: Ergonomics • Good visual ergonomics and
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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. viii
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1.1 Welcome! ® Thank you for purchasing the ASUS VW223 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 and delightful visual experience that the VW223 Series brings you! 1.2 Package contents Check your VW223 Series LCD monitor package for the following items: • LCD monitor • Monitor base • Quick start guide • Powe
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1.3 Monitor introduction 1.3.1 Front view VW223B Base 1 2 3 4 5 6 1. Button: • Use this hotkey to switch from five video preset modes (Scenery Mode, Standard Mode, Theater Mode, Game Mode, Night View 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: • Press this b
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6. 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 VW223S 1 2 3 4 5 6 1. Button: • Use this hotkey to switch from five video preset modes (Scenery Mode, Standard Mode, Theater Mode, Game Mode, Night View Mode) with SPLENDID™ Video Enhancement Technology. • Exit the OSD menu or go back to the previous menu as the OSD menu is active.
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VW223D 4 5 6 1 2 3 1. Button: • Use this hotkey to switch from five video preset modes (Scenery Mode, Standard Mode, Theater Mode, Game Mode, Night View Mode) with SPLENDID™ Video Enhancement Technology. • Exit the OSD menu or go back to the previous menu as the OSD menu is active. 2. Button: • Press this button to decrease the value of the function selected or move left/down to the previous function. • This is also a hotkey for Contrast adjustment. 3. MENU Button: • Press this button t
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VW223N 4 5 6 1 2 3 1. Button: • Use this hotkey to switch from five video preset modes (Scenery Mode, Standard Mode, Theater Mode, Game Mode, Night View 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: • Press this button to decrease the value of the function sel
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VW223T 4 5 6 1 2 3 1. Button: • Use this hotkey to switch from five video preset modes (Scenery Mode, Standard Mode, Theater Mode, Game Mode, Night View 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: • Press this button to decrease the value of the function sele
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1.3.2 Back view Stereo Stereo speaker speaker Screw holes for USB hub VESA Wall Mount Rear connectors 1 2 3 4 5 Rear connectors 1. AC-IN port. This port connects the power connector from the bundled power cord. 2. Audio-in port (VW223S, VW223T only). This port connects PC audio source by the bundled audio cable. 3. DVI port (VW223N, VW223T onlyl). This 24-pin port is for PC (Personal Computer) DVI-D digital signal connection. 4. VGA port. This 15-pin port is for PC VGA connection. 5. USB
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1-8 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 VW223 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 screws on the arm (Figure 1), then slide out the arm/base to detach it from the monitor (Figure 2). Rubbers in the screw holes Two screws Arm/base Figure 1 Figure 2 W
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2.4 Connecting the cables 1. Connect the cables as the following instructions: AC-IN AUDIO DVI VGA 2.0 IN (B-Type) • 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 (VW223B only): connect the B-type end of the USB cable to the monitor's USB port, and the A-type end to the computer's USB 2.0 port. • To connect the VGA cable / DVI cable (VW223N / VW223T only): a. Plug the VGA
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2-4 Chapter 2: Setup
