VN248HA/NA/QA 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® 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 monitor brings you! 1.
1.3 Assembling the monitor base 1. Attach the base to the arm. 2. Beware to align the latch to the notch on the base. 3. The end of the arm will slightly protrude from the base. No need to push it in. 4. Screw the base to the arm tightly. 3 2 • 1.4 1 4 We recommend that you cover the table surface with soft cloth to prevent damage to the monitor. Connect cables Connect the cables you need based on chapter 1.5.2, page 1-5. • 1-2 Flip upward the IO port cover to connect cables.
1.5 Monitor introduction 1.5.1 Front of the LCD monitor VN248QA/VN248HA 1 2 4 5 6 7 8 VN248NA 1 1. 2 3 5 6 7 8 QuickFit Button: • This is a hotkey to activate the QuickFit function designed for alignment. • The QuickFit function contains 7 pages of common grid patterns, paper sizes, and photo sizes. See page 1-6 for details. 2. 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).
3. 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. • 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. 4. 5. Button: 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.
1.5.2 Rear of the LCD monitor 8 9 1 2 HDMI VGA 3 5 HDMI 1 HDMI 2 1 3 3 1 1. AC-IN port 2. DisplayPort 3. HDMI port 4. DVI port 5. VGA port 6. Audio - in Port 7. Earphone - out Port 8. Kensington Lock 9.
1.5.3 QuickFit Function The QuickFit function contains three patterns: (1) Grid (2) Paper size (3) Photo size. 1. Grid pattern: Facilitates designers and users to organize content and layout on one page and achieve a consistent look and feel. Alignment Grid EXIT 2. Paper size: Provides users to view their documents in real size on the screen. Letter A4 Letter EXIT 3. Photo size: 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. 1. Disconnect power and signal cables. Carefully put the front of the monitor face down on a clean table. 2. Use your fingers to loosen the screw located at the bottom of the base, and remove the base from the stand. 3. Or you may directly use a screwdriver to remove the screws that secure the stand to the monitor, and 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 VN248 Splendid Scenery Mode Color Standard Mode Image Theater Mode Input Select Game Mode System Setup Night View Mode sRGB Reading Mode Darkroom Mode 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.
2. • Standard Mode: This is the best choice for document editing with SplendidPlus Video Intelligence Technology. • Theater Mode: This is the best choice for movie watching with SplendidPlus Video Intelligence Technology. • Game Mode: This is the best choice for game playing with SplendidPlus Video Intelligence Technology. • Night View Mode: This is the best choice for playing dark-scene game or watching dark-scene movie with SplendidPlus Video Intelligence Technology.
• 3. In the User Mode, colors of R (Red), G (Green), and B (Blue) are userconfigurable; the adjusting range is from 0 ~ 100. Image You can adjust the image Sharpness, Trace Free, Aspect Control, ASCR, Position (VGA only), and Focus (VGA only) from this main function. VN248 Splendid Sharpness 0 Color Trace Free 60 Image Aspect Control Full Vividpixel Input Select 25 OFF ASCR System Setup Position Focus Move Menu Exit • Sharpness: Adjusts the picture sharpness.
4. Input Select Use this hotkey to switch from VGA, DVI (VN248NA), HDMI (VN248HA/VN248QA), DisplayPort (VN248QA) input signals. VN248 Splendid VGA Color HDMI-1 Image HDMI-2 Input Select System Setup Move 5. Menu Exit System Setup Adjusts the system configuration.
3.2 Specifications Model VN248HA Panel Size VN248NA VN248QA 23.8” W (60.45 cm) Max. Resolution 1920 x 1080 Brightness (Typ.) 250cd/m2 Intrisinc Contrast Ratio (Typ.) 1000:1 Viewing Angle (CR≤10) 178°(V); 178°(H) Display Colors 16.7 M Response Time (Typ.) 5 ms (Gray to Gray) D-Sub input Yes DVI input No Yes No HDMI input Yes No Yes DisplayPort input No No Yes Power ON Consumption 35 W Speaker Yes Earphone Yes No Yes No Yes Power saving mode < 0.
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. 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 Resolution 640 x 350 640 x 480 640 x 480 640 x 480 720 x 400 800 x 600 800 x 600 800 x 600 800 x 600 848 x 480 1024 x 768 1024 x 768 1024 x 768 1152 x 864 1280 x 720 1280 x 800 1280 x 960 1280 x 1024 1280 x 1024 1366 x 768 1440 x 900 1680 x 1050 1680 x 1050 1920 x 1080 1920 x 1080 Refresh Rate 70Hz 60Hz 67Hz 75Hz 70Hz 56Hz 60Hz 72Hz 75Hz 60Hz 60Hz 70Hz 75Hz 75Hz 60Hz 60Hz 60Hz 60Hz 75Hz 60Hz 60Hz 60Hz 60Hz 60Hz 60Hz Horizontal Frequency 31.