MB19 Series/ MB17 Series LCD Monitor User Guide MENU
E2624 First Edition V1 May 2006 Copyright © 2006 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”).
Table of contents Notices................................................................................................. iv Safety information................................................................................ v Care & Cleaning ................................................................................... vi Package contents................................................................................viii Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.1 Features.................................
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.
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.
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 cleaner.
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, such as warranty card, that may have been added by your dealer. These documents are not part of the standard package.
Package contents Check your MB19/MB17 Series LCD package for the following items: LCD monitor Quick Start Guide Support CD 1 x Power cord 1 x VGA cable 1 x DVI cable (MB19TU only) 1 x Audio cable 1 x Cable holder If any of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer immediately.
This chapter gives a general description of the ASUS LCD monitor MB19/MB17 Series. The chapter lists the monitor features including introduction on the front and rear panels.
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1.3 Monitor introduction Front of the LCD monitor Stereo speakers MENU Base MENU 1 1. 2. 3 4 5 6 Headphone port . This port connects a headphone with a stereo mini-plug (3.5mm). “S” Button: • • • 3. 2 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.
4. “+” Button: • Press this button to increase the value of the function selected or move to the next function. • This is also a hotkey for Brightness adjustment. Button: 5. • Press this button to enter/select the icon (function) highlighted while the OSD menu is activated. Power Button 6. • Press this button to turn the monitor on/off. • The table below shows the status of the LED indicator beside this button.
Rear of the LCD monitor AC IN AC 1 DIGITAL ANALOG DIGITAL IN 2 AUDIO ANALOG 3 AUDIO 4 1. AC-in port. This port connects the power connector by the bundled power cord. 2. DVI port. (MB19TU only) This 24-pin port is for PC (Personal Computer) DVI-D digital signal connection. 3. VGA port. This 15-pin port is for PC VGA connection. 4. Audio-in port. This port connects PC audio source by the bundled audio cable .
1- Chapter 1: Product introduction
Chapter 2 Setup This chapter provides instructions on how to correctly connect cables and properly adjust the angle of the LCD monitor.
2.1 1. Connecting the cables Connect the cables as shown: AC DIGITAL IN Power cord ANALOG AUDIO Audio cable VGA cable DVI cable • To connect the audio cable: connect one end of the audio cable to the monitor’s Audio-in port, and then connect the other end to the computer multi-media (or audio) card’s audio output. • To connect the power cord: connect one end of the power cord securely to the monitor’s AC input port, the other end to a power outlet. • To connect the VGA/DVI cable: a.
2.2 Turning the monitor on Press the power button . See page 1-4 for the location of the power button. The power indicator beside the power button lights up in blue to show that the monitor is ON. 2.3 Adjusting the monitor You can adjust the monitor as shown below. • 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 when you change its angle.
2- Chapter 2: Setup
This chapter introduces the operating instruction, including how to use the OSD (On-Screen Display) menu.
3.1 OSD (On-Screen Display) menu OSD MENU TABLE The table describes the function of each OSD icon.
Focus H-Position Adjust image Phase to reduce Horizontal-line noise of the image Adjust image Clock to reduce Vertical-line noise of the image Adjust horizontal position of the image V-Position Adjust vertical position of the image Phase Clock Image Setup Image Position Auto Automatically adjust the horizontal /vertical positions, phase and clock of the image Input Select Select an input signal from analog/digital source (TU SKU only) Information Show the resolution,H/V frequency and input port
3.2 Troubleshooting (FAQ) Problem 3- 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 there is no screen image • Check if the monitor and the computer are in the ON mode. • Make sure the signal cable is properly connected the monitor and the computer. • Inspect the signal cable and make sure none of the pins are bent.
3.3 Specification summary (MB19SE) Panel Type TFT LCD Panel size 19.0” Standard screen Max. Resolution SXGA 1280 x 1024 Piixel pitch 0.294mm Brightness (Typ.) 300cd/m2 Contrast Ratio (Typ.) 700:1 Viewing angle(H/V) 160º/160º Display colors 16.
Specification summary (MB19SE) Tilt +20º~-5º Dimension 412.6 mm x 224mm x 406.8mm Multi-languages (OSD) 10 Languages (English, German, Italian, French, Dutch, Spanish, Russian, Traditional Chinese, Simplified Chinese, Japanese) Accessories VGA cable, audio cable, power cord, Support CD, quick start guide, warranty card (optional) Regulation approvals TCO03, Energy Star 2006, UL/cUL, CB, CE,FCC, CCC, BSMI, Gost-R, C-Tick, PSB, MIC, WHQL * Specifications are subject to change without notice.
Specification summary (MB19TU) Panel Type TFT LCD Panel size 19.0” Standard screen Max. Resolution SXGA 1280 x 1024 Piixel pitch 0.294mm Brightness (Typ.) 320cd/m2 Contrast Ratio (Typ.) 800:1 Viewing angle(H/V) 160º/160º Display colors 16.
Specification summary (MB19TU) Tilt +20º~-5º Dimension 412.6 mm x 224mm x 406.8mm Multi-languages English, German, Italian, French, Dutch, Spanish, Russian, Traditional Chinese, Simplified Chinese, Japanese Accessories VGA cable, DVI cable, audio cable, power cord, support CD, quick start guide, warranty card (optional) Regulation approvals Energy Star 2006, UL/cUL, CB, CE,FCC, CCC, BSMI, Gost-R, C-Tick, PSB, MIC, WHQL * Specifications are subject to change without notice.
Specification summary (MB17SE) Panel Type TFT LCD Panel size 17.0” Standard screen Max. Resolution SXGA 1280 x 1024 Piixel pitch 0.264mm Brightness (Typ.) 300cd/m2 Contrast Ratio (Typ.) 700:1 Viewing angle(H/V) 160º/160º Display colors 16.
Specification summary (MB17SE) Tilt +20º~-5º Dimension 412.6 mm x 224mm x 406.8mm Multi-languages English, German, Italian, French, Dutch, Spanish, Russian, Traditional Chinese, Simplified Chinese, Japanese Accessories VGA cable, audio cable, power cord, support CD, quick start guide, warranty card (optional) Regulation approvals TCO03, Energy Star 2006, UL/cUL, CB, CE,FCC, CCC, BSMI, Gost-R, C-Tick, PSB, MIC, WHQL * Specifications are subject to change without notice.
3.4 Standard DOS VGA SVGA XGA SXGA Supported operating modes Resolution Horizontal Frequency Vertical Frequency Pixel Frequency 720 x 400 31.47KHz 70Hz 28.32MHz 640 x 480 31.47KHz 60Hz 25.18MHz 640 x 480 37.90KHz 72Hz 31.50MHz 640 x 480 37.50KHz 75Hz 31.50MHz 800 x 600 35.16KHz 56Hz 36.00MHz 800 x 600 37.90KHz 60Hz 40.00MHz 800 x 600 48.10KHz 72Hz 50.00MHz 800 x 600 46.90KHz 75Hz 49.50MHz 1024 x 768 48.40KHz 60Hz 65.00MHz 1024 x 768 56.50KHz 70Hz 75.
3-12 Chapter 3: General Instruction
