MK221 Series LCD Monitor User’s manual MIC ARRAY MENU
E3647 First Edition V1 February 2008 Copyright © 2008 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”).
Contents Contents....................................................................................................... iii Notices.......................................................................................................... iv Safety information........................................................................................ v Care & Cleaning .......................................................................................... vi 1.1 Welcome! ....................................
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 that may have been added by your dealer. These documents are not part of the standard package.
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1.1 Welcome! Thank you for purchasing the ASUS® MK221 Series 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. Besides, the built-in 1.3 mega-pixel webcam with Mic Array support enhances image quality and voice clarity.
1.3 Monitor introduction 1.3.1 Front view 1.3 mega-pixel Webcam Microphone x2 (Mic Array) MIC ARRAY Headphone jack Control panel MENU Base MENU 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Control panel 1. button: • • • 2. button: • • 3. Press this button to decrease the value of the function selected or move left/down to the previous function. This is also a hotkey for Volume adjustment. MENU button: • Press this button to enter/select the icon (function) highlighted while the OSD is activated. 4.
5. button • Use this hotkey to switch among the three input sources: VGA, DVI, HDMI. (MK221H only) ������������������������������������������������������������������������� • Automatically adjust the image to its optimized position, clock, and phase. (MK221S VGA input only). 6. button • 7. Press this button to turn the monitor on/off. Power indicator • 1.3.2 Status Blue Amber OFF The color definition of the power indicator is as the table at the right side.
2.1 Assembling the monitor base To assemble the monitor base: 1. Have the front of the monitor face down on a table. 2. Connect the base with the arm according to the below drawing. A click shows that the base has been connected successfully. We recommend that you cover the table surface with soft cloth to prevent damage to the monitor. Arm 2.
2.3 Detaching the arm/base (for VESA wall mount) The detachable arm/base of the MK221 Series LCD monitor is specially designed for VESA wall mount. To detach the arm/base: 1. Push up the cable cover to remove it from the arm (Figure 1). 2. Have the front of the monitor face down on a table. 3. Release the VESA cover. 4. Use a screwdriver to remove the four screws on the arm , then slide out the arm/base to detach it from the monitor (Figure 2).
2.4 Connecting the cables Connect the cables as shown: 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 1. Power cord 2. HDMI signal cable (MK221H only) 3. DVI signal cable (MK221H only) 4. VGA ������������ signal ����� cable 5. Audio-out cable 6. Audio-in cable 7. USB 2.0 cable The HDMI cable and audio-out cable are purchased separately. • 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.
2.6 Built-in webcam with Mic Array support The built-in 1.3 megapixel webcam with array microphones (Mic Array support) allows you to take pictures, have a video conference, or record audio-video clips. While chatting with friends via Internet-based communication tools, you can directly show your vivid image and clear voice with this device.
2.7 LifeFrame 2 software ASUS MK221 provides the easy-to-use LifeFrame 2 software that can work with the webcam, allowing users to create their own photos or video clips. • • LifeFrame 2 only supports Microsoft® Windows® Vista/XP Service Pack 2 operating systems. The LifeFrame 2 software is bundled in the support CD. Installation instructions 1. 2. 3. Close all other applications. Insert the support CD into the optical drive and run the LifeFrame 2 program.
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 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 functions. Highlight and activate the desired sub-menu function by pressing the MENU button. 3. Press 4. To exit the OSD menu, press the adjust any other function. 3.
2. Image You can adjust brightness, contrast, ASCR, Trace Free, sharpness, saturation, position (VGA input only), and focus (VGA input only) from this main function. • Brightness: the adjusting range is from 0 to 100. activate this function. • Contrast: the adjusting range is from 0 to 100. • • • • is ����������������� a hotkey to ASCR: turns on/off the ASCR (ASUS Smart Contrast Ratio) function. Trace Free: turns on/off the Trace Free function. Sharpness: the adjusting range is from 0 to 100.
4. Input Select Select from VGA, DVI, and HDMI input sources (MK221H only) 5. System Setup Allow you to adjust the system. • Volume: the adjusting range is from 0 to 100. activate this function. • Aspect Control: adjusts the aspect ratio to “Full” or “4:3”. • is ��������������� a hotkey to OSD Setup: * Adjusts the horizontal postition (H-Position)/ the vertical position (V-Position) of the OSD from 0 to 100. * Adjusts the OSD timeout from 10 to 120.
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Specifications summary Accessories Regulation approvals VGA cable, DVI cable (MK221H only), audio cable, USB cable, power cord, support CD, quick start guide, warranty card Energy Star®, CB, CE, Gost-R, CCC, UL/cUL, FCC, C-Tick, BSMI, VCCI, RoHS, WEEE, PSB, J-moss, HDMI Full HD compliance (MK221H), Microsoft Windows Vista Premium compliance *Specifications are subject to change without notice.
3.3 Troubleshooting (FAQ) Problem Power LED is not ON The power LED lights amber and there is no screen image Screen image is too light or dark Screen image is not centered or sized properly Screen image bounces or a wave pattern is present in the image Screen image has color defects (white does not look white) Screen image is blurry or fuzzy No sound or sound is low Webcam or array microphone is not working 14 Possible Solution • Press the button to check if the monitor is in the ON mode.
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