VS197/VS198 Series LCD 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® VS197/VS198 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. With these features, you can enjoy the convenience and delightful visual experience that the VS197/VS198 Series brings you! 1.
1.3 Assembling the monitor base To assemble the monitor base: 1. Connect the base with the arm of monitor and turn clockwise. 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. 2 1 1.4 Connecting cables To connect cables: Connect the cables you need based on chapter 1.5.2, page1-5.
1.5 Monitor introduction 1.5.1 Front of the LCD Monitor VS197N/D/DE VS198N/D 1 2 4 5 6 VS197T VS197TE 1 1. 3 4 5 6 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 among six video preset modes (Scenery, Standard, Theater, Game, Night View, and sRGB Mode) with SPLENDID™ Video Enhancement Technology.
3. 4. • This is also a hotkey for contrast adjustment. • 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. MENU Button: • Press this button to enter the OSD menu. • Press this button to enter/select the icon (function) highlighted while the OSD is activated. • Press this button to increase the value of the function selected or move right/up to the next function.
1.5.2 Rear of the LCD Monitor 5 1 2 3 4 1. AC-In 2. Audio-In port (Available for model VS197T, VS197TE) 3. DVI-In (Available for model VS197N, VS198N, VS197T, VS197TE) 4. VGA-In 5.
2.1 Detaching the arm/stand (for VESA wall mount) The detachable stand of the VS197/VS198 Series LCD Monitor is specially designed for VESA wall mount. To detach the arm/stand: 1. Pull the stop lever and turn anticlockwise to unlock. 2. Detach the base from the monitor. 3. Use your fingers gently pull away the plate that covers the stand neck. Use a screwdriver to remove the four screws that secure the stand to the monitor. 4. Detach the stand from 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 VS197 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 Enhancement. • Theater Mode: This is the best choice for movie watching with SPLENDID™ Video Enhancement. • Game Mode: This is the best choice for game playing with SPLENDID™ Video Enhancement. • Night View Mode: This is the best choice for playing darkscene game or watching movie with SPLENDID™ Video Enhancement. • sRGB: This is the best choice for viewing photos and graphics from PCs.
3. Image You can adjust the image Sharpness, Aspect Control, Position (VGA only), and Focus (VGA only) from this main function. VS197 Splendid Sharpness Color Aspect Control Full Image ASCR OFF Input Select Position System Setup Focus Move 4. Menu 40 Exit • Sharpness: Asjust the picture sharpness. The adjusting range is from 0 to 100. (Only available for selecting “Standard Mode” in Splendid menu.) • Aspect Control: Adjust the aspect ratio to “Full”, “4:3”.
5. System Setup Adjust the system configuration. VS197 Splendid Splendid Demo Mode Color Volume Image ECO Mode Input Select OSD Setup System Setup Language OFF 50 OFF English Information All Reset Move Menu Exit • Splendid Demo Mode: Activate the demo mode for the Splendid function. • Volume: Adjusts the output volume level. The adjusting range is from 0 to 100.. • ECO Mode: Activate the ecology mode for power saving. (Some gray levels may not be distinguished if ECO is ON.
3.2 Specifications Model VS197T/N/D VS198N/D VS197TE/DE Panel Size 18.5”W (46.99 cm) 19”W (48.26 cm) 1366 x 768 1440 x 900 Max. Resolution Brightness (Typ.) 200cd/m2 1000:1 600:1 ≧170°(H) / ≧160°(V) ≧90°(H) / ≧50°(V) Display Colors 16.7 M Response Time 5ms DVI input VS197D: No VS198D: No VS197DE: No VS197T/N: Yes VS198N: Yes VS197TE: Yes D-Sub input Yes Power ON Consumption Compliant with Energy Star 5.0 Power Saving Mode < 0.5W Power OFF Mode < 0.
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.
3.4 Supported Timing List VESA / IBM Modes Support Timing (D-SUB, DVI-D inputs) Resolution 640 x 350 640 x 480 640 x 480 640 x 480 640 x 480 720 x 400 800 x 600 800 x 600 800 x 600 800 x 600 832 x 624 1024 x 768 1024 x 768 1024 x 768 1366 x 768 VS197 Refresh Rate 70Hz 60Hz 67Hz 72Hz 75Hz 70Hz 56Hz 60Hz 72Hz 75Hz 75Hz 60Hz 70Hz 75Hz 60Hz Horizontal Frequency 31.469KHz 31.469KHz 35KHz 37.861KHz 31.469KHz 31.469KHz 35.156KHz 37.879KHz 48.077KHz 46.875KHz 49.725KHz 48.363KHz 56.476KHz 60.023KHz 47.
