Asus VE258Q Series User Manual

Asus VE258Q Series User Manual

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Feb 2011
VE258H/VE258Q Series
LED Monitor

User Guide

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  • Page 1: User Guide

    Feb 2011 VE258H/VE258Q Series LED Monitor User Guide...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Product warranty or service will not be extended if: (1) the product is repaired, modified or altered, unless such repair, modification of alteration is authorized in writing by ASUS; or (2) the serial number of the product is defaced or missing.
  • Page 3: Notices

    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. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with manufacturer’s instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will...
  • Page 4: Safety Information

    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. • Before using the product, make sure all cables are correctly connected and the power cables are not damaged. If you detect any damage, contact your dealer immediately. • Slots and openings on the back or top of the cabinet are provided for ventilation. Do not block these slots. Never place this product near or over a radiator or heat source unless proper ventilation is provided. • The monitor should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the label. If you are not sure of the type of power supply to your home, consult your dealer or local power company. • Use the appropriate power plug which complies with your local power standard.
  • Page 5: Care & Cleaning

    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. • Avoid using a cleaner containing alcohol or acetone. Use a cleaner intended for use with the LED. Never spray cleaner directly on the screen, as it may drip inside the monitor and cause an electric shock. The following symptoms are normal with the monitor: • The screen may flicker during the initial use due to the nature of the fluorescent light.
  • Page 6 Where to find more information Refer to the following sources for additional information and for product and software updates. ASUS websites The ASUS websites worldwide provide updated information on ASUS hardware and software products. Refer to http://www.asus.com 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.
  • Page 7: Welcome

    Welcome! Thank you for purchasing the ASUS The latest widescreen LED 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 VE258H/VE258Q Series brings you! Package contents Check your VE258H/VE258Q Series LED monitor package for the following items: LED monitor Monitor base Quick start guide Warranty card 1 x Power cord 1 x VGA cable 1 x DVI cable 1 x Audio cable 1 x DisplayPort cable (optional for VE258Q) If any of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer immediately. ASUS LED Monitor VE258H/VE258Q Series ® VE258H/VE258Q Series LED monitor!
  • Page 8: Assembling The Monitor Base

    Assembling the monitor base To assemble the monitor base: Attach the base to the arm and fix with the screw to join them tightly. You can easily tighten the screw by fingers. 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. Make sure to screw the base to the arm tightly. Connect cables To connect cables: Connect the cables you need based on chapter 1.5.2, page1-5. Chapter 1: Product Introduction...
  • Page 9: Monitor Introduction

    Press this button to decrease the value of the function selected or move to the next function. • This is also a hot key for Volume adjustment. 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. Button: • Press this button to increase the value of the function selected or move right/up to the next function. • This is also a hot key for Brightness adjustment. ASUS LED Monitor VE258H/VE258Q Series...
  • Page 10 Input Select Button: • Use this hot key to switch from VGA, DVI, HDMI and DisplayPort input signal (only available for model VE258Q). Press connect HDMI cable with the monitor. 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 (Input Select button) to display HDMI signals after you Description Standby mode Chapter 1: Product Introduction...
  • Page 11: Rear Of The Led Monitor

    1.5.2 Rear of the LED monitor AC-IN port DisplayPort (only available for model VE258Q) HDMI-IN port DVI port VGA port Audio Line-in port Earphone-out port ASUS LED Monitor VE258H/VE258Q Series Screw Holes for VESA Wall Mount...
  • Page 12: Detaching The Arm/Stand (For Vesa Wall Mount)

    Detaching the arm/stand (for VESA wall mount) The detachable stand of the VE258H/VE258Q Series LED monitor is specially designed for VESA wall mount. To detach the arm/stand: Disconnect power and signal cables. Carefully put the front of the monitor face down on a clean table. Use a screwdriver to remove the two screws that secure the stand to the monitor. Detach the stand from the monitor.
  • Page 13: Adjusting The Monitor

    Adjusting the monitor • F or 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. • Y ou can adjust the monitor’s angle from -5˚ to 20˚. -5 ~ 20 ASUS LED Monitor VE258H/VE258Q Series...
  • Page 14: Osd (On-Screen Display) Menu

    OSD (On-Screen Display) menu 3.1.1 How to reconfigure VE258 Splendid Color Image Sound Input Select System Setup Press the MENU button to activate the OSD menu. 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. Highlight and activate the desired sub-menu function by pressing the MENU button. Press ...
  • Page 15: Osd Function Introduction

    This is the best choice for viewing photos and graphics from PCs. • In the Standard Mode, the Saturation, Skin Tone, Sharpness, and ASCR functions are not user-configurable. • In the sRGB, the Saturation, Color Temp., Skin Tone, Sharpness, and ASCR functions are not user-configurable. ASUS LED Monitor VE258H/VE258Q Series Scenery Mode Standard Mode Theater Mode Game Mode Night View Mode sRGB...
  • Page 16 Color Select the image color you like from this function. • Brightness: The adjusting range is from 0 to 100. The hot key to activate this function. • 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.
  • Page 17 • Trace Free: adjusting range is from lower 0 to faster 100. • Aspect Control: Adjust the aspect ratio to “Full”, “4:3”, or “Over Scan” (only available for HDMI input). • ASCR: Select ON or OFF to enable or disable dynamic contrast ratio function. • Position: Adjust the horizontal position (H-Position) and the vertical position (V-Position) of the image. The adjusting range is from 0 to 100 (only available for VGA input). • Focus: Reduce Horizontal-line noise and Vertical-line noise of the image by adjusting (Phase) and (Clock) separately. The adjusting range is from 0 to 100 (only available for VGA input). ASUS LED Monitor VE258H/VE258Q Series Sharpness Trace Free Aspect Control ASCR Position Focus Move Menu Exit Full...
  • Page 18: Input Select

    Sound(only available for model VE258Q) Adjust the sound settings to your preference. • Volume: Adjust the output volume level. The to activate this function. • Mute: Mute the output volume. • Source: Adjust audio source to “Line In” or “HDMI” (only available for HDMI input); Adjust audio source to “Line In” or “DisplayPort” (only available for DisplayPort input). Input Select Select the input source from VGA, DVI, HDMI, or DisplayPort(only available for model VE258Q). VE258 Splendid...
  • Page 19 Splendid Demo Mode: Activate the demo mode for the Splendid • function. • Volume: Adjust the Volume level of speakers (only available for model VE258H). • OSD Setup: Adjust the horizontal position (H-Position), vertical position (V-Position), OSD Timeout, DDD/CI, and Transparency of the OSD screen. • Language: Select OSD language. The selections are English, French, German, Spanish, Italian, Dutch, Russian, Traditional Chinese, Simplified Chinese, and Japanese. • Information: Display the monitor information. • All Reset: Set to “Yes” to revert all settings to the factory default mode. ASUS LED Monitor VE258H/VE258Q Series Splendid Demo Mode Volume OSD Setup Language Information All Reset Move Menu Exit English...
  • Page 20: Specifications

    250cd/m 1000:1 160°(V) /170°(H) 16.7 M(6bit Hi FRC) 2ms (Gray to Gray) 2W x 2 stereo DVI with HDCP -5° ~ +20° Yes (100mm x 100mm) Yes (100mm x 100mm) 595x423x219mm 667x527x142mm 5.0 kg 7.5 kg AC 100~240V(Built-in) Chapter 3: General Instruction VE258Q 25.0”W (63.44cm) 1920x1080 250cd/m 1000:1 160°(V) /170°(H) 16.7 M(6bit Hi FRC) 2ms (Gray to Gray) 2W x 2 stereo DVI with HDCP -5° ~ +20° 595x423x219mm 667x527x142mm 5.0 kg 7.5 kg AC 100~240V(Built-in)
  • Page 21: Troubleshooting (Faq)

    Screen image bounces or a wave pattern is present in the image Screen image has color defects (white does not look white) Screen image is blurry or fuzzy No sound or sound is low ASUS LED Monitor VE258H/VE258Q Series 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.
  • Page 22: Supported Timing List

    MAC Modes, Factory Preset Timing(D-SUB, DVI-D, HDMI inputs) Resolution 640x480 832x624 VESA Modes, User Available Timing Resolution 1280x720(RB) 1280x720 1280x720 1280x768(RB) 1280x800(RB) 1280x800 1280x800 1440x900(RB) 1440x900 1680x1050(RB) 1920x1080 ASUS LED Monitor VE258H/VE258Q Series Refresh Rate Horizontal Frequency 60Hz 31.469kHz 72Hz 37.861kHz 75Hz 37.5kHz 56Hz 35.156kHz 60Hz 37.879kHz 72Hz 48.077kHz 75Hz 46.875kHz 60Hz 48.363kHz...
  • Page 23 HDMI Supported Primary Timing VESA Modes, Factory Preset Timing Resolution 720(1440)x480i 720(1440)x480i 640x480P 720x480P 720x480P 1440x576i 1440x576i, 50Hz 720x576P, 50Hz 720x576P, 50Hz 1280x720P, 50Hz 1280x720P 1920x1080i 1920x1080i HDMI Supported Optional Timing Resolution 1440x480P 1440x480P 1440x576P 1440x576P 1920x1080P 1920x1080P * The modes not listed in the above tables may not be supported. For optimal resolution, we recommend that you choose a mode listed in the above tables.

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