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VS24A Series
LCD Monitor
User Guide
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E6235 First Edition January 2013 Copyright © 2013 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 Notices . ......................................................................................................... iv Safety.information . ....................................................................................... v Care.&.Cleaning . .......................................................................................... vi Takeback.Services . ..................................................................................... vii Chapter.1:.....Product.introduction 1.1
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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 cl
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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. Takeback Services ASUS recycling and takeback pr
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1.1 Welcome! ® Thank you for purchasing the ASUS LCD monitor! The latest widescreen LCD monitor from ASUS provides a broader, brighter and crystal-clear 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 brings to you! 1.2 Package contents Check your package for the following items: LCD monitor Monitor base Quick start guide Warranty card Power cord VGA
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1.3 Monitor introduction 1.3.1. Front.view 1 2 3 4 5 6 6 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 position, clock, and phase by pressing this button for 2-4 seconds (for VGA mode only). 2. • Decreases values or moves your selection left/down. • QuickFit hotkey. (Please refer to 1.3.3 QuickFit function) 3. MENU button: • Turns on the OSD menu. Enacts the
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4. • Increases values or moves your selection right/up. • Brightness hotkey 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 1.3.2. Back.view 6 Rear.connectors 1.. AC-IN.port. This port connects the power cord. 2. HDMI.port. This port is for connection with an HDMI compatible device. 3. DVI. port. This 24-pin po
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1.3.3. QuickFit.Function The QuickFit function contains three kinds of patterns: (1) Grid patterns (2) Paper size (3) Photo size. To activate QuickFit, press the QuickFit hotkey, and then press the MENU key to switch between different pattern sizes. 1. Grid patterns The grid patterns facilitate designers and users to organize content and layout on a page and achieve a consistent look and feel. Alignment Grid 2. Paper size QuickFit provides numerous commonly used standard paper sizes for users
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3. Photo size The various real photo sizes displayed in the QuickFit function provides photographers and other users to accurately view and edit their photos in real size on the screen. Photo 4x6, 3x5, 2x2 Photo 8x10, 5x7 When QuickFit is activated, press the control buttons on the front panel to make adjustments. The QuickFit OSD displayed in the lower right corner of the screen will guide users to make selections. The QuickFit OSD shown on the screen is not accessible by tapping on it. A
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1-6 Chapter 1: Product introduction
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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 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 t
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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 (Figure 3). 5. Use a screwdriver to remove the four screws on the hinge (Figure 4), then remove the hinge. 1 2 Figure 1 Figure 2 Figure 3 Figure 4 We recommend that you
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2.4 Connecting the cables 1. Connect the cables as the following instructions: HDMI DVI VGA Earphone jack •. To.connect.the.power.cord: connect one end of the power cord securely to the monitor’s AC input, the other end to a power outlet. •. To.connect.the.VGA/HDMI/DVI.cable: a. Plug one end of the VGA/DVI/HDMI cable to the monitor’s VGA/DVI/ HDMI port. b. Connect the other end of the VGA/DVI/HDMI cable to your computer's VGA/DVI/HDMI port. c. Tighten the two screws to secure the VGA/DVI co
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2-4 Chapter 2: Setup
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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. 2. Press , 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 functions. Highlight the desired sub-menu function and press the MENU button to activate it. 3. Press , and to change the settings of the selected function. 4. To ex
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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. is a hotkey to activate this function. •. Saturation: the adjusting range is from 0 to 100. •. Color.Temp.: contains four modes including Cool, Normal, Warm, and User Mode. •. Skin.Tone: contains three color modes including Reddish, Natural,
