January 2011 VH228 Series LED Monitor User Guide
Table of contents Notices.......................................................................................................... iii Safety information....................................................................................... iv Care & Cleaning............................................................................................ v 1.1 Welcome!......................................................................................... vi 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.
When the monitor enters energy saving (standby) mode, the screen will display blank and the backlight will be turned off, and the Power LED will light “amber”. For the indication of Energy Saving (standby) mode, please refer to your user guide. 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.
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.
1.3 Assembling the monitor base To assemble the monitor base: 1. Connect the base with the monitor. A click indicates that the base has been connected successfully. 2. Adjust the monitor to the angle that is most comfortable for you. We recommend that you cover the table surface with soft cloth to prevent damage to the monitor. 1 1.4 Monitor introduction 1.4.1 Front of the LED monitor 1.4.1.
1. 2. 3. 4. 5. • Button: Automatically adjust the image to its optimized position, clock, and phase by long pressing this button for 2-4 seconds (for VGA mode only). • Use this hotkey to switch from six video preset modes (Scenery Mode, Standard Mode, Theater Mode, Game Mode, Night View Mode, and sRGB Mode) with SPLENDID™ Video Intelligence Technology. • Exit the OSD menu or go back to the previous menu as the OSD menu is active.
1.4.1.2 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. • VH228N Button: Automatically adjust the image to its optimized position, clock, and phase by long pressing this button for 2-4 seconds (for VGA mode only). • Use this hotkey to switch from six video preset modes (Scenery Mode, Standard Mode, Theater Mode, Game Mode, Night View Mode, and sRGB Mode) with SPLENDID™ Video Intelligence Technology. • Exit the OSD menu or go back to the previous menu as the OSD menu is active.
1.4.1.3 1. • • 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. VH228S Button: Use this hotkey to switch from six video preset modes (Scenery Mode, Standard Mode, Theater Mode, Game Mode, Night View Mode, and sRGB Mode) with SPLENDID™ Video Intelligence Technology. Exit the OSD menu or go back to the previous menu as the OSD menu is active. • Button: Press this button to decrease the value of the function selected or move to the next function. • This is also a hotkey for Volume adjustment.
1.4.1.4 1. • • 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. VH228D Button: Use this hotkey to switch from six video preset modes (Scenery Mode, Standard Mode, Theater Mode, Game Mode, Night View Mode, and sRGB Mode) with SPLENDID™ Video Intelligence Technology. Exit the OSD menu or go back to the previous menu as the OSD menu is active. • Button: Press this button to decrease the value of the function selected or move to the next function. • This is also a hotkey for Contrast adjustment.
1.4.2 Rear of the LED monitor Screw holes for VESA Wall Mount 1.4.2.1 1 AC-IN port 2 HDMI-IN port 3 DVI port 4 VGA port 5 Line-in port 6 Earphone-out port 7 HDMI SPDIF OUT 1.4.2.
2.1 Detaching the arm/stand (for VESA wall mount) The detachable stand of the VH228 Series LED monitor is specially designed for VESA wall mount. To detach the arm/stand: 1. Remove the arm cover. 2. Have the front of the monitor face down on a table. 3. Use a screwdriver to remove the three screws on the stand of the monitor as the below drawing shows. 4. Detach the arm from the monitor. • e recommend that you cover the table surface with soft cloth to prevent W 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 while changing its angle. • You can adjust the monitor’s angle from -5˚ to 20˚.
3.1 OSD (On-Screen Display) menu 3.1.1 How to reconfigure VH228 Splendid Scenery Mode Color Standard Mode Image Theater Mode Input Select Game Mode System Setup Night View Mode sRGB Move Menu Exit 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.
• Standard Mode: This is the best choice for document editing with SPLENDID™ Video Intelligence Technology. • Theater Mode: This is the best choice for movie watching with SPLENDID™ Video Intelligence Technology. • Game Mode: This is the best choice for game playing with SPLENDID™ Video Intelligence Technology. • Night View Mode: This is the best choice for playing dark-scene game or watching dark-scene movie with SPLENDID™ Video Intelligence Technology. • sRGB 2.
3. Image You can adjust the image Sharpness, Aspect Control, ASCR, Position (VGA only), and Focus (VGA only) from this main function. VH228 Splendid Sharpness Color Aspect Control Full Image ASCR OFF Input Select Position System Setup Focus Move 4. Menu 50 Exit • Sharpness: Adjust the picture sharpness. The adjusting range is from 0 to 100. • Aspect Control: Adjust the aspect ratio to “Full”, “4:3”, or “Over Scan” (Only available for HDMI input).
5. System Setup Adjust the system configuration. VH228 Splendid Splendid Demo Mode Color Volume Image ECO Mode Input Select OSD Setup System Setup Language OFF 50 OFF English Information 1/2 Move Menu Exit VH228 Splendid All Reset Color Image Input Select System Setup 2/2 Move 3-2 Menu Exit • Splendid Demo Mode: Activate the demo mode for the Splendid function. • Volume: The adjusting range is from 0 to 100. this function. • ECO Mode: Power-saving mode.
3.2 Specifications summary Model VH228H VH228T Panel Size VH228N VH228S True Resolution 1920x1080 (Full HD) Brightness (Typ.) 250 cd/m2 Contrast Ratio (Typ.) 1000:1 ASUS Smart Contrast Ratio (ASCR) 50,000,000:1 Viewing Angle (CR≥10) 170°(H)/160°(V) Color Saturation (NTSC) 72% Display Colors 16.7 M Response Time 5ms (On/Off) Power Consumption Stereo Speaker VH228D 21.5”W (54.
3.3 Troubleshooting (FAQ) Problem 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 • 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. • Inspect the signal cable and make sure none of the pins are bent.
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