MB16AHG Portable USB Monitor User Guide
Table of contents Notices.......................................................................................................... iii Safety information........................................................................................ v Care & cleaning............................................................................................ vi Takeback services...................................................................................... vii 1.1 Welcome!...................................
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.
Declaration of Conformity This device complies with the requirements set out in the Council Directive on the Approximation of the Laws of the Member States relating to Electromagnetic Compatibility (2014/30/EU), Low-voltage Directive (2014/35/EU), ErP Directive (2009/125/EC) and RoHS directive (2011/65/EU).
Safety information • Before setting up this Portable USB Monitor, carefully read all the documentation that came with the package. • To prevent fire or shock hazard, never expose this Portable USB Monitor to rain or moisture. • Never try to open this Portable USB Monitor cabinet. • Before using this Portable USB Monitor, make sure all cables are correctly connected and the power cables are not damaged. If you detect any damage, contact your dealer immediately.
Care & cleaning • Cleaning. Turn your monitor off and unplug the cable. Clean the monitor surface with a lint-free, non-abrasive cloth. Stubborn stains may be removed with a cloth dampened with mild cleaner. • Avoid using a cleaner containing alcohol or acetone. Use a cleaner intended for use with the LCD. Never spray cleaner directly on the screen, as it may drip inside the monitor and cause an electric shock.
3. Protect your eyes with ASUS EYE CARE Monitors The latest ASUS monitors feature exclusive Blue Light Filter and Flicker free technologies to keep your eyes healthy in today’s digital world. Refer to https://www.asus.com/Microsite/display/eye_care_technology/ Takeback services ASUS recycling and takeback programs come from our commitment to the highest standards for protecting our environment.
1.1 Welcome! Thank you for purchasing the ASUS Portable USB Monitor! The latest ASUS Portable USB Monitor provides great portability and productivity to your daily life, enhancing both of your viewing and working experience. 1.2 Package contents Check your package for the following items: Portable USB Monitor Quick Start Guide Warranty Card USB Type-C Cable USB Type-C to A adapter (Optional) USB Type-C to A cable (Optional) Protective Sleeve Mini HDMI to HDMI cable QC3.
1.3 Monitor introduction 1.3.1 Front View and Charging Instructions 5 Menu Close 4 3 Volume Input Select Brightness 1 2 1. 2. 3. Power button/Power LED • Press this button to turn the monitor on/off when connected to a valid source. • The color definition of the power indicator is as the below table. Dark OFF Orange Standby mode Turns on the button functions menu.Enacts the selected OSD menu item. • Increases/Decreases values or moves your selection up/down/left/right.
IMPORTANT: • Use only bundled power adapter and USB cable to charge your monitor. Using different power adapter and cable might bring potential damage to your device. • For the best performance, please use power adapter for MB16AHG. WARNING: The adapter may become warm to hot while in use. DO NOT cover the adapter and keep it away from your body while it is connected to a power source.
1.3.2 QuickFit Function The QuickFit function contains two patterns: (1) Grid (2) Photo size. Alignment Grid1 Alignment Grid1 Alignment Grid1 Grid pattern: Facilitates designers and users to organize content and layout on one page and achieve a consistent look and feel. Alignment grid 1 will be rotated automatically if auto rotation is enabled. Alignment Grid1 1. Alignment Grid2 2.
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2.2 Connect the USB monitor with system A Mini-HDMI or B Type-C 2-2 • When connecting with system by HDMI port, please connect inbox adapter to power up the monitor. • Input power is detected not sufficient to full brightness, please plug in adapter.
3.1 OSD (On-Screen Display) menu 3.1.1 How to reconfigure S Splendid Scenery Mode ASUS MB16A Type-c 1 1920 x 1080 @ 144Hz Standard Mode sRGB Mode Scenery Mode Theater Mode Game Mode Night View Mode Reading Mode Darkroom Mode 1. Press the Central of 5-way button to display the OSD menu. 2. Move the Up and Down keys to switch the options in the menu. When you move from one icon to another, the option name is highlighted. 3.
3.1.2 1. OSD Function Introduction Splendid This function contains eight sub-functions that you can select for your preference. S Splendid Scenery Mode ASUS MB16A Type-c 1 1920 x 1080 @ 144Hz Standard Mode sRGB Mode Scenery Mode Theater Mode Game Mode Night View Mode Reading Mode Darkroom Mode • Standard Mode: This is the best choice for document editing with SPLENDID™ Video Intelligence Technology. • sRGB Mode: This is the best choice for viewing photos and graphics from PCs.
2. Blue Light Filter Adjust the energy level of blue light emitted from LED backlight. S Blue Light Filter Scenery Mode ASUS MB16A Type-c 1 1920 x 1080 @ 144Hz Enter • Blue Light Filter: In this function, you can adjust the blue light filter from Min to max. Min: no changes；Max: The higher the level, the less blue light is scattered. When blue light filter is activated, the default settings of Standard Mode will be automatically imported. Besides maximum level, the brightness is user-configurable.
3. Color Select the image color you like from this function. Color S Scenery Mode ASUS MB16A Type-c 1 1920 x 1080 @ 144Hz Brightness Contrast Saturation Color Temp. Skin Tone • Brightness: The adjusting range is from 0 to 100. • Contrast: The adjusting range is from 0 to 100. • Saturation: The adjusting range is from 0 to 100. • Color Temp.: Contains three preset color modes (Cool, Normal, Warm) and User Mode. • Skin Tone: Contains three color modes including Reddish, Natural, and Yellowish.
4. Image You can adjust the image Sharpness, Trace Free, Aspect Control, VividPixel, ASCR, and FreeSync Premium from this main function. S Image Scenery Mode ASUS MB16A Type-c 1 1920 x 1080 @ 144Hz Sharpness Trace Free Aspect Control VividPixel ASCR FreeSync Premium • Sharpness: Adjusts the picture sharpness. The adjusting range is from 0 to 100. • Trace Free: Speeds up the response time by Over Drive technology. The adjusting range is from lower 0 to faster 100.
5. Input Select Select the input source from HDMI, Type-C 1,Type-C 2 input signal.
6. System Setup Adjusts the system configuration. S System Setup Scenery Mode ASUS MB16A Type-c 1 1920 x 1080 @ 144Hz Scenery Mode ASUS MB16A Type-c 1 1920 x 1080 @ 144Hz Splendid Demo Mode Auto Rotation Volume GamePlus QuickFit ECO Mode OSD Setup Language S System Setup Key Lock OFF Power Key Lock Information Power Indicator All Reset • Splendid Demo Mode: Activate the demo mode for the Splendid function. • Auto Rotation: To enable/disable rotate image automatically.
• Activate Crosshair, Timer, FPS Counter or Display Alignment function. • Move the button up/down to select and press function needed. Press to go off, and exit. • Crosshair/Timer/FPS Counter is movable by moving GamePlus main menu GamePlus-Crosshair to confirm the GamePlus GamePlus GamePlus 5-way key. GamePlus-Timer Crosshair (Practice Mode) Timer FPS FPS Counter Display Alignment NEXT 3-8 BACK/EXIT NEXT BACK/EXIT NEXT BACK/EXIT • QuickFit: See page 1-4 for details.
7. Shortcut Selecting this option allows you to set shortcut key. S Shortcut Scenery Mode ASUS MB16A Type-c 1 1920 x 1080 @ 144Hz Shortcut Shortcut Shortcut Shortcut : User can select from “Blue Light Filter” “Splendid”, “Brightness”, “Contrast”, “Auto Rotation”, “Input Select”, “Volume” “GamePlus” and set as shortcut key. • 8. MyFavorite Load/Save all settings on the monitor.
3.2 DisplayWidget Lite Please go to MB16AHG official website, find “Support” tab and choose “Driver &Utility” to download latest DisplayWidget Lite. Please always connect your MB16AHG to input device FIRST, and then turn on DisplayWidget Lite. We also suggest you to create a shortcut of DisplayWidget Lite on your computer desktop for easier activation.
3.3 Specifications Model MB16AHG Panel Size 15.6” (16:9, 39.62cm) wide screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 Brightness (Typ.) 300nits Contrast (Typ.) 1200:1 Display Colors 16.7M H-Frequency 30KHz ~ 180KHz (HDMI) / 180KHz(Type-C) V-Frequency 60Hz ~ 144Hz (HDMI/Type-C) Digital Input DisplayPort™ Alt Mode for USB Type-C™/ Mini HDMI Colors Dark Gray Power Consumption ≦ 17 W Operating Temp. 0° ~ 40°C Phys. Dimension (WxHxD) 359.85 x 226.75 x 11.
3.4 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 USB Type-C cable is properly connected to the monitor and the computer. The power LED lights amber • Check if the monitor and the computer are in and there is no screen image the ON mode. • Make sure the USB Type-C cable is properly connected between the Portable USB Monitor and the computer.
Problem After connecting with the USB Type-C source device, the power LED lights continuously blinking or showing ASUS logo repeatly Possible Solution • Insufficient power supply from source USB Type-C devices. Please follow below steps: • Press the left button , and then connect the USB Type-C cable. This operation will enable built-in safe mode. After displaying ASUS logo, please release the left button. After ASUS Logo disappearing, there is “safe mode” message OSD showing up.
3.5 Supported Timing List PC Supported Primary Timing 3-14 Resolution H(KHz) V(Hz) Pixel(MHz) 640x480, 60Hz 640x480, 67Hz 640x480,72Hz 640x480,75Hz 720x400, 70Hz 800x600,60Hz 800x600,72Hz 800x600,75Hz 832x624, 75Hz 1024x768,60Hz 1024x768,70Hz 1024x768,75Hz 1152x864,75Hz 1280x960,60Hz 1280x1024,60Hz 1280x1024,75Hz 1280x720, 60Hz 1280x800, 60Hz 1440x900,60Hz 1680x1050,60Hz 1920x1080, 60Hz 1920x1080, 75Hz 1920x1080, 100Hz 1920x1080, 120Hz 1920x1080, 144Hz 31.469 35 37.861 37.5 31.469 37.879 48.077 46.
