MX32VQ Series LCD Monitor User Guide
Table of contents Notices.......................................................................................................... iii Safety information....................................................................................... iv Care & Cleaning........................................................................................... vi 1.1 Welcome!....................................................................................... 1-1 1.2 Package contents..............................
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 iv • 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.
WARNING Usage of other than specified head- or earphones can result in hearing loss due to excessive sound pressures.
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 that may have been added by your dealer. These documents are not part of the standard package.
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 you! 1.
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1.4 Connect cables 1.4.1 Rear of the LCD monitor 7 HDMI-2 HDMI-1 2 3 1 1. DC-IN Port 2. HDMI-2 Port 3. HDMI-1 Port 4. DisplayPort 5. Audio - in Port 6. Earphone - out Port 7.
1.5 Monitor introduction 1.5.1 Using the Controls button Use the control button on the bottle of the monitor to adjust the image settings. Input Select Close Menu Power 1. 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. 2. Status Description White ON Amber Standby mode OFF OFF (5-way) Button: • Press this button to turn the monitor on. • Turns on the OSD menu.
2.1 Base Control 50 Volume 50 Halo Brightness 95 Halo Brightness 90 There is convenient control key for the speaker volume and Halo Lighting brightness on the transparent base. 1. Activate control keys by slightly touch central area around Harman Kardon logo on the base. 2. Adjust speaker volume: Touch volume icon then use + or – icon to adjust speaker volume. 3. Adjust Halo Lighting brightness: Touch Halo Lighting icon then use + or – icon to adjust brightness of the Halo Lighting effect.
3.1 OSD (On-Screen Display) menu 3.1.1 How to reconfigure Splendid ASUS MX32V Standard Mode HDMI-1 2560x1440@75Hz Standard Mode sRGB Mode Scenery Mode Theater Mode Game Mode Night View Mode Reading Mode Darkroom Mode 1. Press the MENU button to activate the OSD menu. 2. Press the and buttons to toggle between options in the Menu. As you move from one icon to another, the option name is highlighted. 3. To select the highlighted item on the menu press the Center key. 4.
3.1.2 1. OSD Function Introduction Splendid This function contains eight sub-functions that you can select for your preference. Each mode has the Reset selection, allowing you to maintain your setting or return to the preset mode. Splendid ASUS MX32V Standard Mode HDMI-1 2560x1440@75Hz Standard Mode sRGB Mode Scenery Mode Theater Mode Game Mode Night View Mode Reading Mode Darkroom Mode 3-2 • Standard Mode: This is the best choice for document editing with SPLENDID™ Video Intelligence Technology.
2. Blue Light Filter Adjust the energy level of blue light emitted from LED backlight. Blue Light Filter ASUS MX32V Standard Mode HDMI-1 2560x1440@75Hz Level 0 Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 Level 4 • Level 0: No change. • Level 1~4: The higher the level,the more blue light will be reduced. • When Blue Light Filter is activated,the default settings of Standard Mode will be automatically imported. • Between Level 1 to Level 3, the Brightness function is user-configurable. • Level 4 is optimized setting.
3. Color Select the image color you like from this function. Color ASUS MX32V Standard Mode HDMI-1 2560x1440@75Hz Brightness Contrast Saturation Color Temp. Skin Tone • Brightness: The adjusting range is from 0 to 100. • Contrast: The adjusting range is from 0 to 100. • Saturation: The adjusting range is from 0 to 100. • Color Temp.: Contains three preset color modes (Cool, Normal, Warm) and User Mode. • Skin Tone: Contains three color modes including Reddish, Natural, and Yellowish.
4. Image You can adjust the image Sharpness, Trace Free, Aspect Control, VividPixel, ASCR from this main function. Image ASUS MX32V Standard Mode HDMI-1 2560x1440@75Hz Sharpness Trace Free Aspect Control VividPixel ASCR • Sharpness: Adjusts the picture sharpness. The adjusting range is from 0 to 100. • Trace Free: Speeds up the response time by Over Drive technology. The adjusting range is from lower 0 to faster 100. • Aspect Control: Adjusts the aspect ratio to “Full”, “4:3”.
5. Sound Adjust the sound settings to your preference. Sound ASUS MX32V Standard Mode HDMI-1 2560x1440@75Hz Volume Mute Source AudioWizard • Volume: Adjusts the output volume level. • Mute: Mute the output volume. • Source: Adjusts audio source to “Line In”, “HDMI” or “DisplayPort” . • AudioWizard: Select the preset sound mode. Available options: Music Mode, Movies Mode, Gamming Mode and User Mode. • 6. In the User Mode, you can adjust the equalizer settings.
7. System Setup Adjusts the system configuration. System Setup ASUS MX32V Standard Mode HDMI-1 2560x1440@75Hz Splendid Demo Mode GamePlus Halo Lighting DisplayPort Stream ECO Mode OSD Setup Language More System Setup ASUS MX32V Standard Mode HDMI-1 2560x1440@75Hz Back Key Lock Information Power Indicator Power Key Lock All Reset • Splendid Demo Mode: Activate the demo mode for the Splendid function.
GamePlus main menu GamePlus-Crosshair GamePlus-Timer GamePlus Crosshair (Practice Mode) Timer FPS FPS Counter NEXT 3-8 BACK/EXIT • Halo Lighting: Adjust Halo Lighting effect including Static, Breathing, Rhythm Sync, Off, and also lighting brightness and on/off during standby. Halo Lighting can sync with music tempo under Rhythm Sync mode. • DisplayPort Stream: Compatibility with graphic card. Select DP 1.1 or DP 1.2 by graphic card DP version.
8. Shortcut Selecting this option allows you to set shortcut keys.
3.2 Specifications Model MX32VQ Panel Size 31.5”W (80.1 cm) Max. Resolution 2560x1440@75Hz Brightness (Typ.) 300cd/m2 Intrinsic Contrast Ratio (Typ.) Viewing Angle (CR=10) Display Colors 16.7 M(True 8bit) Response Time 4ms (Gray to Gray) Satellite Speaker 8W x 2 stereo Earphone Output Yes Sound from HDMI Yes HDMI input Yes DisplayPort input Yes Power ON Consumption(Max.) < 65 W* Chassis Colors Black Power saving mode < 0.5W Power off mode < 0.5W Tilt Phys.
3.3 Troubleshooting (FAQ) Problem Power LED is not ON Possible Solution • 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. • Check Power Indicator function in main menu OSD. Select “ON” to turn on power LED. 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.
3.4 Supported Timing List PC Timings List of HDMI1.4 / DP1.2 input Resolution Refresh Rate Horizontal Frequency 640x480 60Hz 31.469kHz 640x480 72Hz 35.748kHz 640x480 75Hz 37.5kHz 800x600 56Hz 35.156kHz 800x600 60Hz 37.879kHz 800x600 72Hz 48.077kHz 800x600 75Hz 46.875kHz 1024x768 60Hz 48.363kHz 1024x768 70Hz 56.476kHz 1024x768 75Hz 60.023kHz 1152x864 75Hz 67.5kHz 1280x960 60Hz 60kHz 1280x1024 60Hz 63.981kHz 1280x1024 75Hz 79.976kHz 1440x900 60Hz 55.
SD/HD Timings List of HDMI / DP input HDMI1.4,CEA-861B Formats, SD/HD Supported Primary Timings of(HDMI /DP input) Resolution Refresh Rate Horizontal Frequency 720x480P 59.94 / 60Hz 31.469 / 31.5kHz 720x576P 50Hz 31.25kHz 1280x720P 50Hz 37.5kHz 1280x720P 59.94 / 60Hz 44.955 /45kHz HDMI1.4,CEA-861B Formats, SD/HD Supported Optional Timings of (HDMI / DP input) Resolution Refresh Rate Horizontal Frequency 1440x480P 59.94 / 60Hz 31.469 / 31.5kHz 1440x576P 50Hz 31.
DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY Per FCC Part 2 Section 2. 1077(a) Asus Computer International Responsible Party Name: 800 Corporate Way, Fremont, CA 94539. Address: Phone/Fax No: (510)739-3777/(510)608-4555 hereby declares that the product Product Name : LCD Monitor Model Number : MX32V**** Conforms to the following specifications: FCC Part 15, Subpart B, Unintentional Radiators Supplementary Information: This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules.
