July 2010 VW242 Series LCD Monitor User Guide
Table of contents Notices.......................................................................................................... iii Safety information....................................................................................... iv Care & Cleaning........................................................................................... iv 1.1 Welcome!....................................................................................... 1-1 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 • 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.
• 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. • 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.
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 base To assemble the monitor base: 1. Have the front of the monitor face down on a table. 2. Insert the stand to the monitor which shows as below picture. 3. Connect the base with the monitor. A click indicates that the base has been connected successfully. 4. 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.
1.4 Connect cables Connect cables which you need 1.4.1 VW242H 2 1 5 3 6 4 1.4.
1.5 Monitor introduction 1.5.1 Front of the LCD monitor 1.5.1.1 VW242H/T 1 1. 1-4 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). • 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.
• Use this hotkey to switch from VGA, DVI, HDMI input signals.(for VW242H) Press (Input Select button) to display HDMI signal after you connect cable with the monitor.(for VW242H) 6. Power Button: • 7. Press this button to turn the monitor on/off. Power Indicator 1.5.1.2 VW242S 1. Button: 2 3 4 5 6 7 • 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.
7. Power Indicator 1.5.1.3 VW242D 1 1. 6 5 7 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. • Press this button to decrease the value of the function selected or move to the next function. • This is also a hotkey for Contrast adjustment.
1.5.1.4 VW242N 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.
1.5.2 Rear of the LCD monitor Screw holes for VESA Wall Mount 1.5.2.1 VW242H 2 1 1 AC-IN port 2 HDMI-IN port 3 DVI port 4 VGA port 5 Audio Line-in port 6 Earphone-out port 7 HDMI SPDIF OUT 3 4 3 4 5 6 7 1.5.2.
2.1 Detaching the arm/stand (for VESA wall mount) The detachable stand of the VW242 Series LCD 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 plastic release button on the rear of the monitor shows as below picture. 3. Detach the stand from the monitor. • e recommend that you cover the table surface with soft cloth to prevent W 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 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 VW242 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. VW242 Splendid Sharpness Color Aspect Control Full Image ASCR OFF Input Select Position System Setup Focus Move Menu 50 Exit • Sharpness: Adjusts the picture sharpness. The adjusting range is from 0 to 100. • Aspect Control: Adjusts the aspect ratio to “Full”, “4:3”, “1:1”, or “Over Scan” (Only available for HDMI input).
VW242 Splendid VGA Color DVI Image HDMI Input Select System Setup Move 5. Menu Exit System Setup Adjusts the system configuration. VW242 Splendid Splendid Demo Mode Color Volume Image ECO Mode Input Select OSD Setup System Setup Language OFF 50 OFF English Information 1/2 Move Menu Exit VW242 Splendid All Reset Color Image Input Select System Setup 2/2 Move Menu Exit • Splendid Demo Mode: Activate the demo mode for the Splendid function.
• Language: There are eleven languages for your selection,including English, German, Italian, French, Dutch, Spanish, Russian,Traditional Chinese, Simplified Chinese, Japanese, and Korean. • • Information: Displays the monitor information. All Reset: Selects “Yes” to revert all settings to the factory default mode. 3.2 Specifications summary Model VW242H VW242T Panel Size VW242N VW242S VW242D 24”W (61.0cm) True Resolution 1920x1080 (Full HD) Brightness (Typ.) 200 cd/m2 Contrast Ratio (Typ.
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.
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