VE198TL Series LED Monitor User Guide
First Edition October 2013 Copyright © 2013 ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. All Rights Reserved. No part of this manual, including the products and software described in it, may be reproduced, transmitted, transcribed, stored in a retrieval system, or translated into any language in any form or by any means, except documentation kept by the purchaser for backup purposes, without the express written permission of ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. (“ASUS”).
Contents Contents....................................................................................................... iii Notices.......................................................................................................... iv Safety information........................................................................................ v Care & Cleaning........................................................................................... vi Takeback Services..................................
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 • 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.
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1.1 Welcome! Thank you for purchasing the ASUS® LED monitor! The latest widescreen LED monitor from ASUS provides a broader, brighter and crystal-clear 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 Monitor introduction 1.3.1 Front view S Volume/Down 1 2 1. , A 4 Power Key 1 5 Button: Use this hotkey to switch from five video preset modes (Standard Mode, Theater Mode, Game Mode, Night View Mode, Scenery Mode) with SPLENDID™ Video Enhancement Technology. ( ) • Exit the OSD menu or go back to the previous menu as the OSD menu is active. ( ) • Automatically adjust the image to its optimized position, clock, and phase (for VGA mode only.
• 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. • This is also a hotkey for Brightness adjustment. 4. Button: 5. 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. Status Blue Amber OFF 1.3.
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2.1 Assembling the monitor base To assemble the monitor base: 1. Have the front of the monitor face down on a table. 2. Rotate the arm anti-clockwise 90 degrees. (Figure 1) 3. Fix the base to the arm by fastening the bundled screw. (Figure 2) (Figure 3) 4. Align the triangle mark on the base with the two screws to allow 45 degrees swivel from either left or right. (Figure 4) We recommend that you cover the table surface with soft cloth to prevent 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 when you change its angle. • The recommended adjusting angle is +15˚ to -5˚ (for tilt)/+45˚ to -45˚ (for swiveling/ +110 mm (for height adjustment)/90˚ (for portrait view). -5° ~ +15° 110mm 45° 0° 45° Pivoting the monitor 1. Lift the monitor to the highest position.
2.3 Detaching the arm/base (for VESA wall mount) The detachable arm/base of this LED monitor is specially designed for VESA wall mount. To detach the arm/base: 1. Have the front of the monitor face down on a table. 2. Remove the rubbers in the four screw holes. 3. Use a screwdriver to remove the four screws on the arm (Figure 1), and then detach the arm/base from the monitor (Figure 2).
2.4 Connecting the cables Connect the cables as the following instructions: Audio-in • To connect the audio cable: connect one end of the audio cable to the monitor’s Audio-in port, the other end to the computer's audio-out port. • To connect the power cord: connect one end of the power cord securely to the monitor’s AC input port, the other end to a power outlet. • To connect the VGA/DVI cable: a. Plug the VGA/DVI connector to the LED monitor’s VGA/DVI port. b.
3.1 OSD (On-Screen Display) menu 3.1.1 How to reconfigure 1. Press the MENU button to activate the OSD menu. 2. Press (or ), 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 (or ), and again to navigate through the sub-menu functions. Highlight and activate the desired sub-menu function by pressing the MENU button. 3. Press function. 4.
2. Image You can adjust brightness, contrast, sharpness, saturation, position (VGA only), and focus (VGA only) from this menu. • Brightness: the adjusting range is from 0 to 100. activate this function. • Contrast: the adjusting range is from 0 to 100. • ASCR: turns on/off the ASCR (ASUS Smart Contrast Ratio) function. • Sharpness: the adjusting range is from 0 to 100. • Saturation: the adjusting range is from 0 to 100.
4. Input Select In this function, you can select your desired input source. 5. System Setup Allow you to adjust the system. • Splendid Demo Mode: turns on/off ASUS Splendid Demo function. • Volume: the adjusting range is from 0 to 100. activate this function. • Aspect Control: adjusts the aspect ratio to full or 4:3. • OSD Setup: is a hotkey to * Adjusts the horizontal postition (H-Position)/the vertical position (V-Position) of the OSD from 0 to 100.
3.2 Specifications summary Panel Type Panel size Max. Resolution Pixel pitch Brightness (Typ.) Contrast Ratio (Typ.) Contrast Ratio (Max.) Viewing angle(H/V) CR>10 Display colors Response time SPLENDID™ Video Enhancement SPLENDID™ selection Auto adjustment Color temperature selection Skin-Tone selection Digital input Analog input Audio-in port Earphone jack Colors Speaker (Built-in) Power LED VESA wall mount Tilt Swivel Height Adjustment Kensington lock Voltage rating Power consumption TFT LED 19" (48.
3.3 Troubleshooting (FAQ) Problem Power LED is not ON The power LED lights amber and there is no screen image Screen image is too light or dark 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. • Check if the monitor and the computer are in the ON mode. • Make sure the signal cable is properly connected the monitor and the computer.
3.4 Supported operating modes Resolution Frequency 640x480 640x480 640x480 640x480 720x400 800x600 800x600 800x600 800x600 832X624 1024x768 1024x768 1024x768 1152x864 1280x960 1280x1024 1280x1024 1440x900 Horizontal Frequency (KHz) 31.47(N) 35.00(N) 37.87(N) 37.5(N) 31.47(N) 35.16(P) 37.88(P) 48.08(P) 46.86(P) 49.72(P/N) 48.36(N) 56.476(N) 60.02(N) 67.5(P/N) 60.00(P) 63.98(P) 79.98(P) 55.94(N) Vertical Frequency (Hz) Pixel (MHz) 59.94(N) 66.66(N) 72.82(N) 75.00(N) 70.08(P) 56.25(P) 60.32(P) 72.
