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June 2011
VS197/VS198 Series
LED Monitor
User Guide
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Table of contents Notices ......................................................................................................... iii Safety information ...................................................................................... iv Care & Cleaning ........................................................................................... v 1.1 Welcome! ...................................................................................... 1-1 1.2 Package contents ....................
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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 limit
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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 usi
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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
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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. vi
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1.1 Welcome! ® Thank you for purchasing the ASUS VS197/VS198 Series LED monitor! The latest widescreen LED 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 VS197/VS198 Series brings you! 1.2 Package contents Check your VS197/VS198 Series LED package for the following items: LED monit
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1.3 Assembling the monitor base To assemble the monitor base: 1. Connect the base with the arm of monitor and turn clockwise. A click indicates that the base has been connected successfully. 2. Adjust the monitor to the angle that is most comfortable for you. We recommend that you cover the table surface with soft cloth to prevent damage to the monitor. 2 1 1.4 Connecting cables To connect cables: Connect the cables you need based on chapter 1.5.2, page1-5. 1-2 Chapter 1:
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1.5 Monitor introduction 1.5.1 Front of the LED monitor 1 2 3 4 5 1. Button: • Automatically adjust the image to its optimized position, clock, and phase by long pressing this button for 2-4 seconds (for VGA mode only). • Use this hotkey to switch among six video preset modes (Scenery, Standard, Theater, Game, Night View, and sRGB Mode) with SPLENDID™ Video Enhancement Technology. • Exit the OSD menu or go back to the previous menu as the OSD menu is active. 2.
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3. MENU Button: • Press this button to enter the OSD menu. • Press this button to enter/select the icon (function) highlighted while the OSD is activated. 4. Button: • Press this button to increase the value of the function selected or move right/up to the next 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
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1.5.2 Rear of the LED monitor Screw holes for VESA Wall Mount 1 3 2 1. AC-In 2. DVI-In (Available for model VS197N, VS198N) 3. VGA-In ASUS LED Monitor VS197, VS198 1-5
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2.1 Detaching t he arm/stand (for VESA wall mount) The detachable stand of the VS197/VS198 Series LED monitor is specially designed for VESA wall mount. To detach the arm/stand: 1. Pull the stop lever and turn anticlockwise to unlock. 2. Detach the base from the monitor. 3. Use your fingers gently pull away the plate that covers the stand neck. Use a screwdriver to remove the four screws that secure the stand to the monitor. 4. Detach the stand from the monitor.
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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 most comfortable for you. • Hold the stand to prevent the monitor from falling while changing its angle. • You can adjust the monitor’s angle from -5˚ to 20˚. -5 ~ 20 ASUS LED Monitor VS197, VS198 2-2
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3.1 OSD (On-Screen Display) menu 3.1.1 How to reconfigure VS197 Splendid Scenery Mode Color Standard Mode Image Theater Mode Input Select Game Mode System Setup Night View Mode sRGB Move Menu Exit 1. Press the [MENU] button to activate the OSD menu. 2. Press and to navigate through the functions. Highlight and activate the desired function by pressing the [MENU] button. If the function selected has a sub-menu, press and again to navigate through the sub-menu fun
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• Standard Mode : This is the best choice for document editing with SPLENDID™ Video Enhancement. • Theater Mode : This is the best choice for movie watching with SPLENDID™ Video Enhancement. • Game Mode : This is the best choice for game playing with SPLENDID™ Video Enhancement. • Night View Mode : This is the best choice for playing dark- scene game or watching movie with SPLENDID™ Video Enhancement. • sRGB : This is the best choice for viewing photos and graphics f
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3. Image You can adjust the image Sharpness, Aspect Control, Position (VGA only), and Focus (VGA only) from this main function. VS197 Splendid Sharpness 40 Color Aspect Control Full Image ASCR OFF Input Select Position System Setup Focus Move Menu Exit • Sharpness : Asjust the picture sharpness. The adjusting range is from 0 to 100. (Only available for selecting “Standard Mode” in Splendid menu.) • Aspect Control : Adjust the aspect ratio to “Full”, “4:3”. • ASCR
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5. System Setup Adjust the system configuration. VS197 Splendid Splendid Demo Mode OFF Color ECO Mode OFF Image OSD Setup Input Select Language English System Setup Information All Reset Move Menu Exit • Splendid Demo Mode : Activate the demo mode for the Splendid function. • ECO Mode : Activate the ecology mode for power saving. (Some gray levels may not be distinguished if ECO is ON. Its brightness is lower than that when setting the Contrast Ratio to 100.) • OSD
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3.2 Specifi cat ions Model VS197N/D VS198N/D Panel Size 18.5”W(46.99 cm) 19”W (48.26 cm) Max. Resolution 1366 x 768 1440 x 900 2 Brightness (Typ.) 250cd/m Intrisinc Contrast Ratio (Typ.) 1000:1 Viewing Angle (CR=10) ≧170°(H) / ≧ 160°(V) Display Colors 16.7 M Response Time 5ms VS197D: No VS198D: No DVI input VS197N: Yes VS198N: Yes D-Sub input Yes Power ON Consumption Compliant with Energy Star 5.0 Power Saving Mode < 0.5W Power OFF Mode < 0.5W Tilt -5° ~ +20° VESA Wall Mounti
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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 • Check if the monitor and the computer are in the there is no screen image ON mode. • Make sure the signal cable is properly connected the monitor and the computer. • Inspect the signal cable and
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3.4 Supported Timing List VESA / IBM Modes Support Timing (D-SUB, DVI-D inputs) VS197 Resolution Refresh Rate Horizontal Frequency 640 x 350 70Hz 31.469KHz 640 x 480 60Hz 31.469KHz 640 x 480 67Hz 35KHz 640 x 480 72Hz 37.861KHz 640 x 480 75Hz 31.469KHz 720 x 400 70Hz 31.469KHz 800 x 600 56Hz 35.156KHz 800 x 600 60Hz 37.879KHz 800 x 600 72Hz 48.077KHz 800 x 600 75Hz 46.875KHz 832 x 624 75Hz 49.725KHz 1024 x 768 60Hz 48.363KHz 1024 x 768 70Hz 56.476KHz 1024 x 768 75Hz 60.023KHz 1366 x 7
