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VG248 series
LCD Monitor
User Guide
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First Edition November 2012 Copyright © 2012 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: (1)
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Contents Notices ......................................................................................................... iv Safety information ....................................................................................... v Care & Cleaning .......................................................................................... vi Takeback Services ..................................................................................... vii Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.1 Welcome
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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 prog
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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 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 DVI (Dua
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1.3 Monitor introduction 1.3.1 Front view 1 2 3 4 5 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. 2. • Decreases values or moves your selection left/down. • GamePlus hotkey. Press to select and MENU to confirm the function needed. 3. MENU button: • Turns on the OSD menu. Enacts the selected OSD menu item. 4. • Increases values or moves your selection right/up. • Brightness hotkey 5. button: • Selects
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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 4 6 Rear connectors 1. AC-IN port. This port connects the power cord. 2. Displayport. This port is for connection for a DisplayPort compatible device. 3. DVI (Dual-Link) port. This 24-pin port is for PC (Personal Computer) DVI- digital signal connection. 4. HDMI port. This port is for connection w
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1.3.3 GamePlus Function The GamePlus Function provides a toolkit and creates a better gaming environment for users when playing different types of games. In addition, Aimpoint function is specially designed for new gamers or beginners interested in First Person Shooter (FPS) games. To active GamePlus: 1. Press the GamePlus hotkey. 2. Press to select between Aimpoint and Timer function. 3. Press MENU to confirm the function you choose, and to go back, off, and exit. GamePlus Main Menu GameP
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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. Rotate the arm anti-clockwise 90 degrees. (Figure 1) 3. Fix the base to the arm by fastening the bundled screw. (Figure 2) (Figure 3) 4. Align the arrow mark on the base with the two screws to allow 90 degrees swivel from either left or right. We recommend that you cover the table surface with soft cloth to prevent damage to the monitor. Figure 3 Figure 1 Figure 2 2.2 Adj
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2.3 Detaching the arm (for VESA wall mount) The detachable arm of this monitor is specially designed for VESA wall mount. To detach the arm: 1. Have the front of the monitor face down on a table. 2. Loosen the four screws on the back of the monitor and remove the arm/base. We recommend that you cover the table surface with soft cloth to prevent damage to the monitor. 2.4 Connecting the cables Connect the cables as the following instructions: Displayport HDMI Earphone jack AC-IN DVI Audio-in 2
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• 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 DVI/HDMI/DisplayPort cable: a. Plug one end of the DVI/HDMI/DisplayPort cable to the monitor’s DVI/ HDMI/DisplayPort port. b. Connect the other end of the DVI/HDMI/DisplayPort cable to your computer's DVI/HDMI/DisplayPort port. c. Tighten the two screws to secure the DVI connector. • To connect the audio cable: connect one end of the audio
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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 exi
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2. Color You can adjust Brightness, Contrast, Saturation, Color Temp., Skin Tone, and Smart View 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.: contains four modes including Cool, Normal, Warm, and User Mode. • Skin Tone: contains three color modes including Reddish, Natural, and Yellowish. • Smart View
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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: * 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 seconds. * Enables or disables the DDC/CI function. * Adjusts the OSD background from opaque to transparent.
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3.2 Specificatio ns summary Panel Type TFT LCD Panel size 24”W (16:9, 60.97 cm) wide screen Max. Resolution 1920 x 1080 Pixel pitch 0.270 mm 2 Brightness (Typ.) 350 cd/m Contrast Ratio (Typ.) 1000:1 Contrast Ratio (Max.) 80,000,000:1 (with ASCR on) Viewing angle(H/V) CR>10 170˚/160˚ Display colors 16.7 M Response time 1 ms SPLENDID™ Video Enhancement Yes SPLENDID™ selection 6 video preset modes (by hotkey) Color temperature selection 4 color temperatures Skin-Tone selection 3 skin-tones Digit
