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E3121 First Edition V1 March 2007 Copyright © 2007 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........................................................................................................... v Safety information....................................................................................... vi Care and cleaning . .................................................................................... vii Package contents........................................................................................ ix Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.
Chapter 4: Appendix 4.1 SRS TurSurround XT™................................................................. 4-1 4.3 PG221 specification summary..................................................... 4-3 4.2 4.4 ivDownloaded Troubleshooting (FAQ) ................................................................ 4-2 Supported operating modes........................................................ 4-4 from ManualMonitor.
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. 2. ASUS websites The ASUS websites worldwide provide updated information on ASUS hardware and software products. Refer to http://www.asus.com 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. viii Downloaded from ManualMonitor.
Package contents Check your PG221 LCD monitor package for the following items: LCD monitor Support CD Quick Start Guide Warranty card 1 x Power cord 1 x VGA-Audio-Microphone-USB 4-in-1 cable 1 x DVI cable 1 x RCA cable 1 x Rear connector cover If any of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer immediately. Downloaded from ManualMonitor.
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1.1 Welcome! Thank you for purchasing the ASUS® PG221 LCD monitor! The LCD monitor features high-quality audio technology, including a 15W ASUS Power Bass System and the most advanced SRS TruSurround XT™ sound effect which help provide vivid melody, enhancing your audio enjoyment while you watch movies, play games, or listen to music! The widescreen design provides a crisper, broader, and brighter display. The built-in 1.
1.3 Monitor introduction Front view 1.3 megapixel webcam Stereo speakers (5Wx2) Base Light-in-Motion scenario lighting effect 1 2 3 4 5 Touch sensors 6 7 8 9 The touch sensors are sensitive. Slightly touch the item you want to enable. Do not press the front panel too hard to prevent damage to the panel and the sensors. 1. • • • 2. 3.
4. 5. 6. 7. • • • • • • Sensor: Use this hotkey to switch to any of the six input sources (VGA, DVI, Video, S-Video, YPbPr, Music). Sensor: Use this hotkey to switch to any of the five sound preset modes (Standard Mode, Fighting Game Mode, Strategic Game Mode, Theater Mode, Music Mode). Sensor: Touch this sensor to decrease the value of the function selected or move to the previous function. This is also a hotkey for Light-in-Motion adjustment.
Side view 1 2 3 4 1 2. 3. 4. SRS On/Off button. Press this button to turn on/off the SRS sound effect. USB 2.0 ports. These three Universal Serial Bus (USB) ports are available for connecting USB 2.0 devices. Microphone port. This port connects a microphone with a stereo mini-plug (3.5mm). Headphone port. This port connects a headphone with a stereo mini-plug (3.5 mm). The headphone and the microphone are purchased separately. 1- Downloaded from ManualMonitor.
Rear view 15W ASUS Power Bass System Connectors Kensington lock ? 6H
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2.1 Connecting the cables Connect the cables as shown: 4 1 2 3 5 6 7 8 9 1. Power cord 2. DVI cable 3. VGA cable 4. L/R audio cable + YPbPr cable 5. RCA cable (Video + L/R audio) + S-Video cable 6. PC audio cable 7. USB cable 8. Microphone cable 9. Woofer cable • • • • To connect the signal cables: connect one end of the signal cables to the monitor, the other end to your computer or any other video equipment. Refer to section 2.1.1-2.1.5 for details.
Before you connect the cables, ensure that your PC is switched off or the power cord is unpluged from the wall socket. 2.1.1 1. 2. 3. Connecting to a computer with VGA/DVI ports: Connect one end (VGA/audio(gray)/microphone(red)/USB connectors) of the supplied 4-in-1 cable to the LCD monitor’s corresponding ports (VGA/Line-in(gray)/microphone-out(red)/USB ports). Connect the other end of the supplied 4-in-1 cable to your computer’s corresponding ports (VGA/Line-out(green)/microphone-in(red)ports).
2.1.5 • Connecting to an MP3 player or any other audio device with Line-out/Headphone ports: Connect one end of an audio cable to the Line-in port of the LCD monitor, then connect the other end to the Line-out/headphone port of your MP3 player or an audio device. The YPbPr, S-Video, and L/R audio cables are purchased separately. 2.2 Turning on the monitor Gently touch the power sensor . See page 1-2 for the location of the power sensor.
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3.1 OSD (On-Screen Display) menu 3.1.1 How to reconfigure 1. 2. 3. 4. Touch the sensor to activate the OSD menu. Touch and to navigate through the functions. Highlight and activate the desired function by touching the sensor. If the function selected has a sub-menu, touch and again to navigate through the sub-menu functions. Highlight and activate the desired sub-menu function by touching the sensor.
OSD menu table: Main Splendid Sub-menu 1 Scenery Mode Standard Mode Theater Mode Game Mode Night View Mode Brightness Contrast ASCR* Sharpness* Satuation* Position** (For VGA only) Image Focus** (For VGA only) Color Color Temp Skin Tone* Sound Preset Mode Input Select System Setup Sub-menu 2 Reset (NO/YES) Reset (NO/YES) Reset (NO/YES) Reset (NO/YES) Reset (NO/YES) 0~100 0~100 ON/OFF 0~100 0~100 H-Position V-Position Phase Clock Cool Normal Warm sRGB*** User Mode Reddish Natural Yellowish Descript
3.2 Using the built-in webcam This built-in webcam allows you to take photos and make videos; while talking to friends via Internet-based communication tools, you can use the webcam to show your vivid image. 3.2.1 • • Hardware The 1.3 megapixel webcam transmits images to your PC through the USB ports. Therefore, make sure that the USB connectors of the supplied 4-in-1 cable are connected to both the LCD monitor and your PC before you use the webcam. Refer to page 2-1 for the USB connectors.
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4.1 SRS TurSurround XT™ SRS TruSurround XT is a novel audio technology which provides an enhanced listening experience. Utilizing proprietary algorithms from SRS Labs, TruSurround is intended to regenerate a realistic audio environment, where users feel like being surrounded by sound.
4.2 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 Possible Solution • Touch the sensor 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 monitor and the computer are in the ON mode. • Make sure the signal cable is properly connected the monitor and the computer.
4.3 PG221 specification summary Panel size Panel type Max. resolution Pixel pitch Brightness Contrast ratio (typ.) Viewing angle(H/V) Display colors Response time SPLENDID™ Video Intelligence Technology SPLENDID™ selection Auto image adjustment Color temperature selection Skin-tone selection PC digital input PC analog input Video inputs 22” Widescreen panel TFT LCD (anti-reflection glare type) WSXGA+ 1680 x 1050 0.282 mm 300 cd/m2 (typ.)/ 350 cd/m2 (max.
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