VT229 Series LCD Monitor User Guide
Table of contents Notices ......................................................................................................... iii Federal Communications Commission Statement................................... iii Safety information....................................................................................... iv Care & Cleaning........................................................................................... vi 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 • 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.
This product has been tested and found to comply with the harmonized standards for Information Technology Equipment, these harmonized standards published under Directives of Official Journal of the European Union. 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 wall socket shall be installed near the equipment and shall be easily accessible. Remark: Suitable for entertainment purposes at specially controlled luminous indoor environments, to avoid disturbing reflections from the screen.
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® VT229 Series 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 VT229 Series brings you! 1.
1.3 Assembling the monitor base To assemble the monitor base: 1. Place the display flat on a cloth on the table. Then attach the base to the arm and fix with the screw to join them tightly. You can easily tighten the screw by fingers. 2. Adjust the monitor to the angle that is most comfortable for you. We recommend that you cover the table surface with soft cloth to prevent damage to the monitor. 2 1 1.4 Connecting cables To connect cables: Connect the cables you need based on chapter 1.5.
1.5 Monitor introduction 1.5.1 Front of the LCD monitor 1 1. 2. 4 5 6 7 This is a Shortcut key. The default setting is Blue Light Filter. Shortcut key1: • This is a Shortcut key. The default setting is Brightness. Input Select: • 4. Input Select: Use this hotkey to switch from input signal. Close Button: • 5. Exit the OSD menu. MENU Button: • 6. Press this button to enter the OSD menu. Power Button: • 7. 3 Shortcut key2: • 3. 2 Press this button to turn the monitor on/off.
1.5.2 Rear of the LCD monitor 8 7 1 6 1-4 1 1. AC-IN Port 2. HDMI Port 3. VGA Port 4. Audio - in Port 5. USB type-B Port (only for touch function) 6. Control buttons 7. Kensington Lock 8.
2.1 Detaching the base/stand (for VESA wall mount) The detachable stand of the LCD monitor is specially designed for VESA wall mount. To detach the arm/stand: 1. Disconnect power and signal cables. Carefully put the front of the monitor face down on a clean table. 2. Use your finger to loosen the screw located at the bottom of the base, and remove the base from the stand. And then remove the hinge cover from monitor body by using your fingers. 3.
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˚. • Do not touch the Touch screen when you change the angle. It may cause damage or break the Touch screen and LCD screen.
3.1 Touch Operation • ASUS VT229 is a touch monitor which uses 10 point touch panel technology. Please use with latest OS like Windows 10. • You can use either single finger touch, or multi-finger touch up to maximum simultaneous 10 touch points. 10-Point Touch • To activate touch functionality, you need to connect the display with the provided USB type-B cable to your computer. • You do not need to install any other software.
Finger slide (on Windows 7/8/8.1/10 only) Slide your finger to scroll up and down and slide your finger to pan the screen left or right. Zoom out Bring together your two fingers on the touch panel. Zoom in Spread apart your two fingers on the touch panel.
Single Tap/Double tap Single Tap Touch the target on the screen with one fingertip for one quick tap, then release. Double Tap Touch the target on the screen with one fingertip for two quick taps, then release. Tap an app to launch it (on Windows 7/8/8.1/10 only). Double-tap an item to launch it.
Tap and hold To move an app, tap and hold the app tile and drag it to a new location. To close an app (on Windows 7/8/8.1/10 only), tap and hold the top side of the running app and drag it down to the bottom of the screen to close it. NOTE:• You can access to OS website to get more description on touch operation. • Do not touch the screen with sharp objects, it may result in damage, and void warranty.
4.1 OSD (On-Screen Display) menu 4.1.1 How to reconfigure S Splendid ASUS VT229 Standard 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 buttons to toggle between options in the Menu. As you move from one icon to another, the option name is highlighted. 3. To select the highlighted item on the menu press the 4.
S Splendid ASUS VT229 Standard Mode VGA 1920x1080@60Hz 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 Enhancement. • sRGB: This is the best choice for viewing photos and graphics from PCs. • Scenery Mode: This is the best choice for scenery photo displaying with SPLENDID™ Video Enhancement.
2. Blue Light Filter Adjust the energy level of blue light emitted from LED backlight. S Blue Light Filter ASUS VT229 Standard Mode VGA 1920x1080@60Hz Level 0 Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 Level 4 • Level 0: No change. • Level 1~4: The higher the level,the more blue light will be reduced. • 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 userconfigurable. • Level 4 is optimized setting.
3. Color Select the image color you like from this function. S Color ASUS VT229 Standard Mode VGA 1920x1080@60Hz 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.: Contain three preset color modes (Cool, Normal, Warm) and one User Mode. • Skin Tone: Contain three color modes including Reddish, Natural, and Yellowish.
• Sharpness: Adjust the picture sharpness. The adjusting range is from 0 to 100. (Only disable for selecting “Standard Mode” and “sRGB Mode” in Splendid menu.) • Trace Free: Speeds up the response time by Over Drive technology. The adjusting range is from lower 0 to faster 100. • Aspect Control: Adjust the aspect ratio to “Full”, “4:3”, “OverScan”. • VividPixel: ASUS Exclusive Technology that brings lifelike visuals for crystal-clear and detail-oriented enjoyment.
S System Setup ASUS VT229 Standard Mode VGA 1920x1080@60Hz Splendid Demo Mode Volume QuickFit ECO Mode OSD Setup Language Key Lock More S System Setup ASUS VT229 Standard Mode VGA 1920x1080@60Hz Back Information Power Indicator Power Key Lock All Reset • Splendid Demo Mode: Activate the demo mode for the Splendid function. • Volume: Adjust the output volume level. • QuickFit: Contains two patterns: (1) Grid (2) Photo size. 1.
2. Photo size:The various real photo sizes displayed in the QuickFit function 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. • OSD Setup: Adjusts the OSD Timeout, DDC/CI, and Transparency of the OSD screen. • Language: Select OSD language.
7. Shortcut Selecting this option allows you to set one shortcut key. S ASUS VT229 Standard Mode VGA 1920x1080@60Hz Shortcut Shortcut 1 Blue Light Filter Shortcut 2 Splendid Brightness Auto Adjust Contrast Color Temp. Volume 4-8 • Shortcut 1: User can select from “Blue Light Filter” “Splendid”, “Brightness”, “Auto Adjust”, “Contrast”, “Color Temp.”, “Volume”, and set as shortcut key. The default setting is Brightness.
4.2 Specifications Model VT229H Panel Size 21.5”W(54.61 cm) Max. Resolution 1920 x 1080 Brightness (Typ.) 250cd/m2 Intrisinc Contrast Ratio (Typ.) 1000:1 Viewing Angle (CR=10) (Typ.) ≧178°(H) / ≧178°(V) Display Colors 16.7 M (6bit+FRC) Response Time(Typ.) 5ms DVI input No HDMI input Yes D-Sub input Yes USB type-B port(only for touch function) Yes Power ON Consumption Note Power Saving Mode Power OFF Mode Tilt VESA Wall Mounting 18.56 W base on EPA7.0 < 0.5 W < 0.
4.3 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 ON mode. there is no screen image • 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.
4.4 Supported Timing List PC Supported Primary Timing Resolution Refresh Rate Horizontal Frequency 640x480 60Hz 31.469kHz 640x480 72Hz 37.861kHz 640x480 75Hz 37.5kHz 800x600 56Hz 35.156kHz 800x600 60Hz 37.879kHz 800x600 72Hz 48.077kHz 800x600 75Hz 46.875kHz 1024x768 60Hz 48.363kHz 1024x768 70Hz 56.476kHz 1024x768 75Hz 60.023kHz 1152x864 75Hz 67.5kHz 1280x960 60Hz 60kHz 1280x1024 1280x1024 1440x900 1440x900 1680x1050 1920x1080 60Hz 75Hz 60Hz 75Hz 60Hz 60Hz 63.
SD/HD Timings (HDMI input only) HDMI 1.3,CEA-861B Formats, SD/HD Supported Primary Timings of (HDMI input only) Resolution Refresh Rate Horizontal Frequency 640x480P 720x480P 720x576P 1280x720P 1280x720P 1920x1080i 1920x1080i 59.94 / 60Hz 59.94 / 60Hz 50Hz 50Hz 59.94 / 60Hz 50Hz 59.94 / 60Hz 31.469 / 31.5kHz 31.469 / 31.5kHz 31.25kHz 37.5kHz 44.955 /45kHz 28.125kHz 33.716 / 33.75kHz HDMI 1.
