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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.
Table of contents Notices......................iv Safety.information..................v Care.&.Cleaning................... vi Chapter.1:. Product.introduction. 1.1. Welcome!..................1-1 1.2. Package.contents................1-1 1.3. Monitor.introduction..............1-2 1.3.1 Front of the LCD monitor ..........1-2 1.3.2 Rear of the LCD monitor ..........1-3 Chapter.2:.
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.
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.
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.
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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.
Thank you for purchasing the ASUS ® VB172 Series LCD monitor! The latest LCD monitor from ASUS provides a host of features that enhance your viewing experience. With these features, you can enjoy the convenience and delightful visual experience that the VB172 Series brings you!
Monitor introduction 1.3.1. Front.of.the.LCD.monitor Button: • Use this hotkey to switch from five video preset modes (Game Mode, Night View Mode, Scenery Mode, Standard Mode, Theater Mode) with SPLENDID™ Video Enhancement Technology. • Exit the OSD menu or go back to the previous menu as the OSD menu is active.
DVI.port. This 24-pin port is for PC (Personal Computer) DVI-D digital signal connection. VGA.port. This 15-pin port is for PC VGA connection. Audio-in.port. This port connects PC audio source by the bundled audio cable. ASUS LCD Monitor VB172 Series...
Hold the stand to prevent the monitor from falling when you change its angle. • You can adjust the monitor’s angle from -5º to 20º. -5º~20º It is normal that the monitor slightly shakes while you adjust the the viewing angle. ASUS LCD Monitor VB172 Series...
Detaching the arm/base (for VESA wall mount) The detachable arm/base of the VB172 Series LCD monitor is specially designed for VESA wall mount. To detach the arm/base: Have the front of the monitor face down on a table. Remove the rubbers in the four screw holes (Figure 1). Use a screwdriver to remove the four screws on the arm (Figure 1), then slide out the arm/base to detach it from the monitor (Figure 2).
Gather all the cables by putting them through the cable hole. Cable hole 2.5 Turning on the monitor Gently press the power button . See page 1-2 for the location of the power button. The power indicator lights up in blue to show that the monitor is ON. ASUS LCD Monitor VB172 Series...
Night.View.Mode: best choice for dark-scene game or movie with • SPLENDID™ Video Enhancement. In the Standard Mode, the Satuation and Sharpness functions are not • user-configurable. In the other modes, the sRGB function is not user-configurable. • ASUS LCD Monitor VB172 Series...
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• Saturation: the adjusting range is from 0 to 100. • ASCR: turns on/off the ASCR(ASUS Smart Contrast Ratio) function. • Position: adjusts the horizontal postition (H-Position) and the vertical position (V-Position) of the image. The adjusting range is from 0 to 100.
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Language: there are ten languages for your selection, including English, German, Italian, French, Dutch, Spanish, Russian, Traditional Chinese, Simplified Chinese, Japanese, and Korean. • Information: shows the monitor information. Reset: “Yes” allows you to restore the default setting. • ASUS LCD Monitor VB172 Series...
• Ensure that the audio cable is properly connected to the monitor and the computer • Adjust the volume settings of both your monitor and computer. • Ensure that the computer sound card driver is properly installed and activated. ASUS LCD Monitor VB172 Series...