PA238Q Series LED Monitor User Guide
Table of contents Notices.......................................................................................................... iii Safety information....................................................................................... iv Care & Cleaning............................................................................................ v 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.
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. vi 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® 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 monitor brings you! 1.
1.3 Monitor introduction 1.3.1 Front view 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 1. Power Button/Power Indicator: • Press this button to turn the monitor on/off. • The color definition of the power indicator is shown below. 2. Status Description White ON Amber Standby mode OFF OFF Input Select Button: • Press this button to select input source. Press button (Input Select button) to display HDMI/DisplayPort signals after you connect HDMI/DisplayPort cable with the monitor. 3.
4. MENU Button: • Press this button to turn on the OSD menu, or to enact the selected OSD menu item. • Press this button to exit the hotkey OSD menu. • Press this button to increase values or to move your selection right/up. • Brightness hotkey 5. Button: 6. Button: • Press this button to select a desired preset mode. • Press this button to exit the OSD menu or to go back to the previous menu when the OSD menu is active.
1.3.2 Back view 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 Rear connectors 1-4 1. AC-IN port: This port connects the power cord. 2. Power switch: Press this switch to turn on/off power. 3. DisplayPort. This port is for connection with a DisplayPort compatible device. 4. HDMI port: This port is for connection with an HDMI compatible device. 5. DVI port: This 24-pin port is for PC (Personal Computer) DVI-D digital signal connection. 6. VGA port: This 15-pin port is for PC VGA connection. 7.
9. USB downstream ports: These ports are for connection with USB devices, such as USB keyboard/mouse, USB flash drive, etc. 10. Kensington lock slot. 11. USB downstream ports: These ports are for connection with USB devices, such as USB keyboard/mouse, USB flash drive, etc. 1.3.3 QuickFit Function The QuickFit function contains three patterns: (1) Grid (2) Paper size (3) Photo size. 1.
2. Paper size QuickFit provides numerous commonly used standard paper sizes for users to view their documents in real size on the screen. A4 QuiFit - A4 Letter QuiFit - Letter A4 Letter 3. Photo size The various real photo sizes displayed in the QuickFit function provides photographers and other users to accurately view and edit their photos in real size on the screen.
2.1 Detaching the arm/stand (for VESA wall mount) The detachable stand of this monitor is specially designed for VESA wall mount. To detach the arm/stand: 1. Disconnect power and signal cables. Carefully put the front of the monitor face down on a clean table. 2. Use a screwdriver to remove the four screws on the arm (Figure 1), and then detach the arm/stand from the monitor (Figure 2). • We recommend that you cover the table surface with soft cloth to prevent damage to the monitor.
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 when you change its angle. • You can adjust the monitor’s angle from +20˚ to -5˚ and it allows 60˚ swivel adjustment from either left or right. You can also adjust the monitor’s height within +/- 10cm. -5° ~ +20° 60° 60° 10cm 0° Pivoting the monitor 1.
2.3 Connecting the cables Connect the cables as the following instructions: • 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/HDMI/DVI/DisplayPort cable: a. Plug one end of the VGA/HDMI/DVI/DisplayPort cable to the monitor’s VGA/HDMI/DVI/DisplayPort jack. b. Connect the other end of the VGA/HDMI/DVI/DisplayPort cable to your computer’s VGA/HDMI/DVI/DisplayPort jack. c.
2-4 Chapter 2: Setup
3.1 OSD (On-Screen Display) menu 3.1.1 How to reconfigure PA238 Splendid Standard Mode Color sRGB Mode Image Scenery Mode PIP/PBP Setting Theater Mode Input Select User Mode System Setup Move Menu Exit 1. Press the [MENU] button to activate the OSD menu. 2. Press [ ] or [ ] to navigate through the functions. Highlight and activate the desired function by pressing [MENU] button.
3.1.2 1. OSD Function Introduction Splendid This function contains five sub-functions you can select for your preference. Each mode has the Reset selection, allowing you to maintain your setting or return to the preset mode. PA238 Splendid Standard Mode Color sRGB Mode Image Scenery Mode PIP/PBP Setting Theater Mode Input Select User Mode System Setup Move Exit • Standard Mode: The best choice for document editing with SPLENDID™ Video Enhancement.
• User Mode: More items are adjustable in the Color menu. Function Brightness Contrast Saturation Hue Color Temperature Gamma Six-axis Hue Advanced Six-axis Saturation Setting Gain Offset 2. Standard Mode Yes Yes No No Yes Yes sRGB Mode Yes No No No No No Scenery Mode Yes Yes Yes No Yes No Theater Mode Yes Yes Yes No Yes No User Mode Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes No No No No Yes No No No No Yes No No No No No No No No Yes Yes Color Set a desired color setting from this menu.
• Gamma: Set the color mode to 2.2 or 1.8. • Advanced Setting: • Six-axis Hue adjustment. PA238 Splendid Six-axis Hue Color R 50 Image G 50 PIP/PBP Setting B 50 Input Select C 50 System Setup M 50 Y 50 Move • Menu Exit Six-axis Saturation adjustment. PA238 Splendid Six-axis Saturation Color R 50 Image G 50 PIP/PBP Setting B 50 Input Select C 50 System Setup M 50 Y 50 Move • 3-4 Menu Exit • Adjust the gain levels for R, G, B.
3. Image Set the image related setting from this menu. PA238 Splendid Sharpness Color Trace Free Image Aspect Control PIP/PBP Setting ASCR Input Select Position System Setup Focus 50 60 Full AUTO Adjust. Move Menu Exit • Sharpness: Adjust the picture sharpness. The adjusting range is from 0 to 100. • Trace Free: Speed up the response time. The adjusting range is from 0 to 100. • Aspect Control: Adjust the aspect ratio to “Full”, “4:3”, “1:1”, or “Over Scan”.
4. PIP/PBP Setting The PIP/PBP Setting allows you to open up another sub-window connected from another video source besides the main-window from your original video source. PA238 Splendid PIP/PBP Mode Color PIP/PBP Source Image Size PIP/PBP Setting Position Input Select Switch OFF System Setup Move Menu Exit By activating this function, this monitor displays two pictures from two different video sources. • PIP/PBP Mode: Select PIP or PBP function, or turn it off.
5. Input Select Select the input source from VGA, DVI, HDMI, or DisplayPort. PA238 Splendid VGA Color DVI Image HDMI PIP/PBP Setting DisplayPort Input Select System Setup Move Menu Exit Only the VGA and DVI input supports the “Auto scan” function. 6. System Setup Adjust the system configuration.
3-8 • DDC/CI: Enable or disable the DDC/CI function. • Transparency: Adjust the OSD background from opaque to transparent. • Information: Show the monitor information. • Language: There are 10 languages for your selection, including English, French, German, Spanish, Italian, Dutch, Russian, Traditional Chinese, Simplified Chinese, and Japanese. • Power Indicator: Turn the power LED indicator on/off. • All Reset: Select “Yes” to restore the default settings.
3.2 Specifications Panel Type TFT LCD Panel Size 23” W (58.4 cm) Max. Resolution 1920 x 1080 Pixel Pitch 0.2652 mm Brightness (Max.) 250 cd/m2 Contrast Ratio (Typ.) 1000:1 Contrast Ratio (Max.) 50,000,000:1 (with ASCR on) Viewing Angle (H/V) CR≧10 178˚ (H)/ 178˚ (V) Display Colors 16.7 M Response Time 6 ms (Gray to gray) SPLENDID™ Video Enhancement SPLENDID™ Selection Yes Auto Adjustment Yes Color Temperature Selection 4 color temperatures Digital Input HDMI v1.
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 if the power switch is ON. 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 Resolution Horizontal Frequency (KHz) Vertical Frequency (Hz) Pixel (MHz) 640x480 31.47(N) 59.94(N) 25.18 640x480 35.00(N) 66.66(N) 30.24 640x480 37.87(N) 72.82(N) 31.5 640x480 37.5(N) 75.00(N) 31.5 720x400 31.47(N) 70.08(P) 28.32 800x600 35.16(P) 56.25(P) 36 800x600 37.88(P) 60.32(P) 40 800x600 48.08(P) 72.12(P) 50 800x600 46.86(P) 75.00(P) 49.5 832x624 49.72(P/N) 74.55(P/N) 57.28 1024x768 48.36(N) 60.00(N) 65 1024x768 56.
