Nov 2010 VH208 Series LED Monitor User Guide
Table of contents Notices.......................................................................................................... iii Safety information....................................................................................... iv Care & Cleaning............................................................................................ v 1.1 Welcome!......................................................................................... vi 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. 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.
1.3 Assembling the monitor To assemble the monitor: 1. Connect the base with the monitor. A click indicates that the base has been connected successfully. 2. Adjust the monitor to the angle that is most comfortable. We recommend that you cover the table surface with soft cloth to prevent damage to the monitor. 1 2 Open carton, take out base and stand.
1.4 Monitor introduction 1.4.1 Front of the LED monitor 1.4.1.1 VH208T 1 1. 4 5 6 7 • 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 from six video preset modes (Scenery Mode, Standard Mode, Theater Mode, Game Mode, Night View Mode, and sRGB Mode) with SPLENDID™ Video Intelligence Technology. • Exit the OSD menu or go back to the previous menu as the OSD menu is active.
6. 7. • Power Button: Press this button to turn the monitor on/off. Power Indicator Status Blue Amber OFF 1.4.1.2 Description ON Standby mode OFF VH208N 1 1. 3 4 5 6 7 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).
6. 7. • Power Button: Press this button to turn the monitor on/off. Power Indicator Status Blue Amber OFF 1.4.1.3 Description ON Standby mode OFF VH208S 1 1. 4 5 6 7 Button: Use this hotkey to switch from six video preset modes (Scenery Mode, Standard Mode, Theater Mode, Game Mode, Night View Mode, and sRGB Mode) with SPLENDID™ Video Intelligence Technology. • Exit the OSD menu or go back to the previous menu as the OSD menu is active.
6. 7. • Power Button: Press this button to turn the monitor on/off. Power Indicator Status Blue Amber OFF 1.4.1.4 Description ON Standby mode OFF VH208D 1 1. 3 4 5 6 7 Button: • Use this hotkey to switch from six video preset modes (Scenery Mode, Standard Mode, Theater Mode, Game Mode, Night View Mode, and sRGB Mode) with SPLENDID™ Video Intelligence Technology. • Exit the OSD menu or go back to the previous menu as the OSD menu is active.
6. 7. • Power Button: Press this button to turn the monitor on/off. Power Indicator Status Blue Amber OFF 1.4.
2.1 Detaching the arm/stand (for VESA wall mount) The detachable stand of the VH208 Series LED monitor is specially designed for VESA wall mount. To detach the arm/stand: 1. Have the front of the monitor face down on a table. 2. Press the release button. 3. Detach the arm from the monitor. • e recommend that you cover the table surface with soft cloth to prevent W damage to the monitor. release button • The VESA wall mount kit ( 100 x 100 mm) is purchased separately.
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 VH208 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 Intelligence Technology. • Theater Mode: This is the best choice for movie watching with SPLENDID™ Video Intelligence Technology. • Game Mode: This is the best choice for game playing with SPLENDID™ Video Intelligence Technology. • Night View Mode: This is the best choice for playing dark-scene game or watching dark-scene movie with SPLENDID™ Video Intelligence Technology. • sRGB 2.
3. Image You can adjust the image Sharpness, Aspect Control, ASCR, Position (VGA only), and Focus (VGA only) from this main function. VH208 Splendid Sharpness Color Aspect Control Full Image ASCR OFF Input Select Position System Setup Focus Move 4. Menu 40 Exit • Sharpness: Adjust the picture sharpness. The adjusting range is from 0 to 100. • Aspect Control: Adjusting the aspect ratio to “Full” or “4:3”. • ASCR: Select ON or OFF to enable or disable dynamic contrast ratio function.
5. System Setup Adjusts the system configuration. VH208 Splendid Splendid Demo Mode Color Volume Image ECO Mode OFF 83 Input Select OSD Setup System Setup Language OFF English Information 1/2 Move Menu Exit VH208 Splendid All Reset Color Image Input Select System Setup 2/2 Move 2-7 Menu Exit • Splendid Demo Mode: Activate the demo mode for the Splendid function. • Volume: Adjust the Volume level of speakers. (VH208T/S). • ECO Mode: Turn the ECO Mode Function on or off.
3.2 Specifications Model VH208T Panel Size VH208N VH208S Max. Resolution 1600x900 Brightness (Typ.) 250cd/m2 Intrisinc Contrast Ratio (Typ.) 1000:1 ASUS Smart Contrast Ratio (ASCR) 50000000:1 Viewing Angle (H/V), (CR≥10) 170°/160° Color Saturation(NTSC) 72% Display Colors 16.7 M Response Time Power Consumption VH208D 20”W (50.
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 Resolution Refresh Rate Horizontal Frequency 640x480 60Hz 31.469 kHz 640x480 72Hz 37.861 kHz 640x480 75Hz 37.5 kHz 640x480 67Hz 35 kHz 640x350 70Hz 31.469 kHz 720x400 70Hz 31.469 kHz 800x600 56Hz 35.156 kHz 800x600 60Hz 37.879 kHz 800x600 72Hz 48.077 kHz 800x600 75Hz 46.875 kHz 832x624 75Hz 49.725 kHz 848x480 60Hz 31.02 kHz 1024x768 60Hz 48.363 kHz 1024x768 70Hz 56.476 kHz 1024x768 75Hz 60.023 kHz 1152x864 75Hz 67.
