VA229HR 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 As an Energy Star® Partner, our company has determined that this product meets the Energy Star® guidelines for energy efficiency.
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. 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. Screw the base to the arm tightly. 1 2 • 1-2 We recommend that you cover the table surface with soft cloth to prevent damage to the monitor.
1.4 Monitor introduction 1.4.1 Front of the LCD monitor 1. 2. 3. AUTO - + MENU 1 2 3 4 5 AUTO Button: • When OSD menu is off, press to activate the Auto Adjustment function The Auto Adjustment function is used to optimized the H.Pos, V.Pos, Clock and Focus.（Only available for VGA input.） • When OSD menu is on, press to exit the OSD menu. - Button: • When OSD menu is on, press - or + to adjust menu. • Press this button over five seconds to enable or disable the key lock function.
4. 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. 5. 1-4 Power Button/Power Indicator: • Press this button to turn the monitor on/off. • The color definition of the power indicator is as the below table.
1.4.2 Rear of the LCD monitor 6 1 1. AC-IN port 2. HDMI port 3. VGA port 4. Audio-in port 5. Earphone port 6.
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 Splendid SRGB ASUS VA229 Mode VGA 1920x1080@60Hz Standard Mode sRGB Mode Scenery Mode Theater Mode Game Mode Night View Mode Reading Mode Darkroom Mode 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.
2. • Standard Mode: This is the best choice for document editing with SplendidPlus Video Intelligence Technology. • sRGB Mode: This is the best choice for viewing photos and graphics from PCs. • Scenery Mode: This is the best choice for scenery photo displaying with SplendidPlus Video Intelligence Technology. • Theater Mode: This is the best choice for movie watching with SplendidPlus Video Intelligence Technology.
3. • When Blue Light Filter is activated,the default settings of Standard Mode will be automatically imported. • Between Level 1 to Level 3, the Brightness function is user-configurable. • Level 4 is optimized setting. It is compliance with TUV Low Blue Light Certification. The Brightness function is not user-configurable. Color Select the image color you like from this function. VA229 Color SRGB ASUS VA229 Mode VGA 1920x1080@60Hz Brightness Contrast Saturation Color Temp.
Image VA229 SRGB ASUS VA229 Mode VGA 1920x1080@60Hz Sharpness Trace Free Aspect Control Vividpixel ASCR Position Focus Auto Adjust 5. 3-4 • 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. • Aspect Control: Adjusts the aspect ratio to “Full”, “4:3”,“Overscan”.
Sound VA229 SRGB ASUS VA229 Mode VGA 1920x1080@60Hz Volume Mute Source 6. • Volume: Adjusts the output volume level. • Mute: Mute: the output volume. • Source: Adjusts audio source to “Line In” or “HDMI” (only available for HDMI input). Input Select Use this hotkey to switch from VGA, HDMI input signals. Input Select VA229 SRGB ASUS VA229 Mode VGA 1920x1080@60Hz SRGB ASUS VA229 Mode VGA 1920x1080@60Hz VGA HDMI 7. System Setup Adjusts the system configuration.
System Setup VA229 SRGB ASUS VA229 Mode VGA 1920x1080@60Hz Back Information Power Indicator Power Key Lock All Reset • Splendid Demo Mode: Activate the demo mode for the Splendid function. • GamePlus: The GamePlus Function provides a toolkit and creates abetter gaming environment for users when playing different types of games. Particularly, Aimpoint function is specially designed for new gamers or beginners interested in First Person Shooter (FPS) games.
• QuickFit： 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 1 2. Alignment Grid 2 Photo size: Provides photographers and other users to accurately view and edit their photos in real size on the screen. 4x6 3x5 2x2 • ECO Mode: Activate the ecology mode for power saving.
3.2 Specifications Model Panel Size VA229HR 21.5” W (54.61 cm) Max. Resolution 1920 x 1080 Brightness (Typ.) 250cd/m2 Intrisinc Contrast Ratio (Typ.) Viewing Angle (CR≤10) Display Colors Response Time (Typ.) D-Sub input HDMI input Power ON Consumption Power saving mode Power off mode Tilt VESA Wall Mounting Phys. Dimension (WxHxD) Box Dimension (WxHxD) Net Weight (Esti.) Gross Weight (Esti.) Voltage Rating 1000:1 178°(V); 178°(H) 16.7 M 5 ms (Gray to Gray) Yes Yes ＜26 W（typ） < 0.5 W < 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 480 640 x 480 640 x 480 720 x 400 800 x 600 800 x 600 800 x 600 800 x 600 1024 x 768 1024 x 768 1024 x 768 1152 x 864 1280 x 720 1280 x 960 1280 x 1024 1280 x 1024 1440 x 900 1680 x 1050 1680 x 1050 1920 x 1080 1920 x 1080 Refresh Rate 60Hz 67Hz 75Hz 70Hz 56Hz 60Hz 72Hz 75Hz 60Hz 70Hz 75Hz 75Hz 60Hz 60Hz 60Hz 75Hz 60Hz 60Hz 60Hz 60Hz 75Hz Horizontal Frequency 31.469KHz 35KHz 37.5KHz 31.469KHz 35.156KHz 37.879KHz 48.077KHz 46.
