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INFORMATIONAL USE ONLY, AND ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE AT ANY TIME WITHOUT NOTICE, AND SHOULD NOT BE CONSTRUED AS A COMMITMENT BY ASUS. ASUS ASSUMES NO RESPONSIBILITY OR LIABILITY FOR ANY ERRORS OR INACCURACIES THAT MAY APPEAR IN THIS MANUAL,...
Service Manual ASUS VW224U&VW224S Revision List Version Release Date Revision History Customer Model Vendor Model Name TCR2MPNCWYUSDI Aug 7.2008 Initial release TCR2MPNTWYUSDI VW224U TCR2MPNBWYUSDI Oct 30,2008 Add new BOM TCR2MPNKWYUSDI Jan 5,2009 Add new BOM VW224S TCR2MPNBWYUSAI...
Service Manual ASUS VW224U&VW224S Important Safety Notice 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.
Service Manual ASUS VW224U&VW224S 2. Operation Instruction 2.1 General Instructions Press the power button to turn the monitor on or off. The other control buttons are located at the front of the panel of the monitor. By changing these settings, the picture can be adjusted to your personal preferences.
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Service Manual ASUS VW224U&VW224S • Press this button to enter/select the icon (function) highlighted while the OSD menu is activated. Button: • Press this button to increase the value of the function selected or move to the previous fuction. • This is also a hotkey for Brightness adjustment.
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Service Manual ASUS VW224U&VW224S Button: • Press this button to increase the value of the function selected or move to the previous fuction. • This is also a hotkey for Brightness adjustment. button: •Automatically adjust the image to its optimized position, clock, and phase by long pressing this button (for VGA mode only).
Service Manual ASUS VW224U&VW224S 3. Input/Output Specification 3.1 Input Signal Connector Analog connectors Pin No. Description Pin No. Description Red Video +5V Supply Green Video Logic Ground Blue Video Monitor Ground Monitor Ground DDC-Serial Data DDC-Return H-Sync Red Ground V-Sync...
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Service Manual ASUS VW224U&VW224S 3.2 Power Supply Requirements A/C Line voltage range 100 V ~ 240 V 50 ± 3Hz, 60 ± 3Hz A/C Line frequency range Input Voltage transients 90-264 voltage AC for 10 sec @40℃ Current 1.5A max at 100V; 0.8A max at 240 V <...
Service Manual ASUS VW224U&VW224S 4. Block Diagram 4.1 Software Flow Chat...
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Service Manual ASUS VW224U&VW224S 1) MCU initializes. 2) Is the EPROM blank? 3) Program the EPROM by default values. 4) Get the PWM value of brightness from EPROM. 5) Is the power key pressed? 6) Clear all global flags. 7) Are the AUTO and SELECT keys pressed? 8) Enter factory mode.
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Service Manual ASUS VW224U&VW224S 4.2.2 Inverter/Power Board AC input Bridge Rectifier Transformer Rectifier diodes EMI filter and Filter Start Circuit: R904, R932, R933 CN902 Feedback Circuit Control IC ON/OFF Output Transformer MOSFET Circuit ON/OFF Lamp Control Feedback Circuit Control IC Over Voltage (IC801)...
Service Manual ASUS VW224U&VW224S 7. Disassemble & Assemble SOP 7.1 Precaution Please read the precautions as follows to prevent any damages to the LCD Monitor and also select the appropriate tools for disassembly and re-assembly. Make sure all power connection is removed. Be sure that the LCD Monitor is in power off status.
Service Manual ASUS VW224U&VW224S 7.2 Suggest Tools Here are some tools that can be used for the LCD monitor’s service and repair. Philips-head Screwdirver Use a Philips-head screwdriver to fasten/remove the K- or B-typed screws P/N:N/A Gloves To protect LCD Panel and your hand...
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Information in this section is to perform the disassembly procedure of the LCD monitor. Depending on the failures, replace the defective parts accordingly. ASUS VW224U LCD monitor consists of various subsystems. This section describes the procedures for LCD monitor disassembly. In addition, the detailed disassembly procedures of individual subsystem will be provided for your service needs.
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Service Manual ASUS VW224U&VW224S Remove 3 screws on the STAND, and then remove STAND. Remove 3 screws Dismount HINGE...
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Service Manual ASUS VW224U&VW224S 7.3.2 Main Subsystem Back Cover Use disassembly tool to open 2 latches at the bottom of BACK COVER as below, and then open the other latches along the edge of the BACK COVER. Lift to dismount BACK COVER.
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Service Manual ASUS VW224U&VW224S Key Board Move up it a little as following. Unlock lelt and right latches to dismount KEY BOARD. Disconnect KEY BOARD CABLE.
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Service Manual ASUS VW224U&VW224S Main Shielding Lift to separate the MAIN SHIELDING from BEZEL. Disconnect LAMP WIRES. Release 4 screws HEAT SINK and pull down the MAIN SHIELDIGN.
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Service Manual ASUS VW224U&VW224S Press to release left and right latches of LVDS CABLE, and then disconnect it. Remove the MAIN SHIELDING away from the LCD PANEL.
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Service Manual ASUS VW224U&VW224S Audio Board Release 2 screws on AUDIO BOARD。 Remove AUDIO BOARD Disconnect AUDIO CABLE and KEY CABLE...
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Service Manual ASUS VW224U&VW224S Main Borad Release 4 screws. Release 1 screw on MAIN BOARD. Turn over the MAIN BOARD and disconnect AUDIO BOARD CABLE and MAIN BD_POWER BD CABLE.
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Service Manual ASUS VW224U&VW224S Press to disconnect LVDS CABLE. Power Board Release 4 screws on POWER BOARD. Remove POWRE BOARD...
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Service Manual ASUS VW224U&VW224S Speaker Module Pull the SPEAKER CABLE out of the hole. Remove SPEAKERS. 7.3.3 Bezel Subsysytem Dismount KEY PAD. Note:The disassembly way of VW224S is the the same as the VW224H’s.
Information in this section is to perform the assembly procedure of the LCD monitor. ASUS VW224U LCD monitor consists of various subsystems. This section describes the procedures for LCD monitor assembly. In addition, the detailed assembly procedures of individual modules will be provided for your service needs.
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Service Manual ASUS VW224U&VW224S Power Board Assemble POWER BOARD on PANEL FRAME. Tighten 4 screws on POWER BOARD.
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Service Manual ASUS VW224U&VW224S Main Board Plug LVDS CABLE. Connect AUDIO BOARD CABLE and MAIN BD_POWER BD CABLE with MAIN BOARD. Assemble MAIN BOARD, then tight 1 screw on them.
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Service Manual ASUS VW224U&VW224S Secure 5 srcews. Audio Board Connect AUDIO CABLE and KEY CABLE. Assemble AUDIO BOARD. Thread the AUDIO CABLE through the hole and secure 1 screw.
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Service Manual ASUS VW224U&VW224S Main Shielding Connect the LVDS CABLE. Assemble the MAIN SHELDING with LCD PANEL. Connect LAMP WIRES.
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Service Manual ASUS VW224U&VW224S Key Board Place PANEL ASSY on the BEZEL. Plug the KEY BOARD CABLE. Install KEY BOARD. Assemble the PANEL ASSY with BEZEL.
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Service Manual ASUS VW224U&VW224S Back Cover Assemble BACK COVER, and press down along sides to lock latches. Stand Subsystem Install the HINGE, Mount 3 screws.
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Service Manual ASUS VW224U&VW224S Mount STAND, and then secure 3 screws on STAND. Cover STAND COVER, and then pull to lock it. Mount BASE under STAND. Note:The assembly way of VW224S is the the same as the VW224H’s.
Service Manual ASUS VW224U&VW224S 8. ISP Instruction 8.1 The tool for ISP An i486 (or above) personal computer or compatible. Microsoft operation system Windows 95/98/2000/XP. “ISP_Tool V4.1.5” program Software ISP SN Alignment kits The kit contents: ISP BOARD x1 Printer cablex1 VGA CABLE X1 8.2 Connect the ISP board as follow:...
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Service Manual ASUS VW224U&VW224S a. Double-click ,running the program as follows: b. Select sure, Click icon, search the program ”ASUS_VW224U_CMOM220Z1_TSUMO5RCWHQ_20080730_V008” and click save:...
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Service Manual ASUS VW224U&VW224S c. Click icon, it will show “Load Message: Loading OK.” d. Click icon, then click . If it burns successfully, it will show as the follow picture: Note: The burning way of VW224S is the same as VW224H’s.
Printer cablex1 c) VGA cable x1 d) Digital cable x1 e) 12V DC power source 9.2 Connect the DDC board Connect to the PC LPT When you write analog EDID, Connect this port to the ASUS VW224U’ VGA port 12V Input...
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Service Manual ASUS VW224U&VW224S 9.3 The process of analog DDC write is as follow: a. Double-click ,appear as follow Figs:...
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Service Manual ASUS VW224U&VW224S b. Click c.Key 14 numbers in the Serial Number blank, then click “OK”. Now analog DDC Write completes, as follow. Note: a) The way of digital DDC write is the same as analog DDC write. b) The burning way of VW224S is the the same as the VW224H’s.
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Service Manual ASUS VW224U&VW224S VW224U Analog EDID DATA 128 bytes EDID Data (Hex): 00 01 02 03 04 05 06 07 08 09 10 11 12 13 14 15 00 FF FF FF FF FF FF 00 04 69 AA 22 D3 86 03 00...
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Detailed Timing: FD (Monitor limits) Min. V. rate: 55Hz Max. V. rate: 75Hz Min. H. rate: 30 KHz Max. H. rate: 85 KHz Max. Pixel Clock: 160MHz Detailed Timing: FC (Monitor Name) 'ASUS VW224' <-x-Detailed Timing Descriptions-x-> Extension Flag: Checksum:...
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Service Manual ASUS VW224U&VW224S VW224U DVI EDID DATA 128 bytes EDID Data (Hex): 00 01 02 03 04 05 06 07 08 09 10 11 12 13 14 15 00 FF FF FF FF FF FF 00 04 69 AA 22 B0 E1 01 00...
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Detailed Timing: FD (Monitor limits) Min. V. rate: 55Hz Max. V. rate: 75Hz Min. H. rate: 30 KHz Max. H. rate: 85 KHz Max. Pixel Clock: 160MHz Detailed Timing: FC (Monitor Name) 'ASUS VW224' <-x-Detailed Timing Descriptions-x-> Extension Flag: Checksum:...
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Service Manual ASUS VW224U&VW224S VW224S ANALOG EDID 128 bytes EDID Data (Hex): 00 01 02 03 04 05 06 07 08 09 10 11 12 13 14 15 00 FF FF FF FF FF FF 00 04 69 AA 22 D3 86 03 00...
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Detailed Timing: FF (Monitor SN) '231231231123' Detailed Timing: FD (Monitor limits) Min. V. rate: 55Hz Max. V. rate: 75Hz Min. H. rate: 30KHz Max. H. rate: 85KHz Max. Pixel Clock: 160MHz Detailed Timing: FC (Monitor Name) 'ASUS VW224' <-x-Detailed Timing Descriptions-x-> Extension Flag: Checksum:...
= 313 ±25, y = 329 ±25, Y= 160 ±10cd/m 3. Into Factory mode of ASUS VW224: Press the MENU button, pull out the power cord, and then plug the power cord. Then the factory OSD will be at the left top of the panel.
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Service Manual ASUS VW224U&VW224S 4. Adjust the RED on factory window until chroma 7120 indicator reached the value R=100 5. Adjust the GREEN on factory window until chroma 7120 indicator reachedthe value G=100 6. Adjust the BLUE on factory window until chroma 7120 indicator reached the value B=100 7.
Service Manual ASUS VW224U&VW224S 11. Trouble Shooting 11.1 Main Board (1). No Power No power Press power key and look if the picture is normal Please reinsert and make sure the AC of 100-240 is Reinsert or check the Adapter/Inverter section Measure U701 PIN2=1.8V...
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Service Manual ASUS VW224U&VW224S (2). No Picture No picture Measure U701 PIN2=1.8V Measure U702 PIN2=3.3V Replace U701 or U702 X401 oscillate waveforms are normal Replace X401 Check if the sync signal from computer is output and video cable Input the sync signal of...
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Service Manual ASUS VW224U&VW224S (3). White screen White screen Measure Q411 base X401 oscillate waveform is normal is low level? Replace X401 Check Q411 and Q412 are Check reset circuit of broken or CN407 solder? U401 is normal Check Correspondent Check Correspondent component.
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Service Manual ASUS VW224U&VW224S 11.2 Power/Inverter Board 1.) No power Check CN902 pin4, 5 = 12V Check AC line volt 110V or 220V Check AC input Check the voltage of C905 (+) Check bridge rectified circuit and F901 circuit Check start voltage for the pin8 of IC901...
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Service Manual ASUS VW224U&VW224S 2.) W / LED, No Backlight Check CN902 pin4, 5 = 12V Check adapter or MB Check ON/OFF signal Check Interface board Check IC801 PIN12=12V Change Q808 Check IC801 PIN10, 9 have the output of square wave at short Change IC801 Check Q802, Q803 PIN5, 6, 7, 8 have the output of square wave at short time.
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Service Manual ASUS VW224U&VW224S 11.3 Key Board OSD is unstable or not working Is Key Pad Board connecting normally? Connect Key Pad Board Replace Button Switch Is Button Switch normally? Replace Key Pad Board Is Key Pad Board normally? Check Main Board...
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Service Manual ASUS VW224U&VW224S C917 067G215D6814KV CAP 105℃ 680UF M 25V C939 067G215S1024KV EC 105℃ CAP 1000UF M 25V C915 067G215S4713KV EC 105℃ CAP 470UF M 16V C918 067G215S6814KS EC 105℃ 680UF M 25V ED 10*20MM C917 067G215S6814KS EC 105℃ 680UF M 25V ED 10*20MM...
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Service Manual ASUS VW224U&VW224S D906 093G 60267 SP10100 0M1G1730 8120 SCREW Q90G0117 2 HEAT SINK 705GQ9KA 93002 D905 ASS"Y 051G 200 1 OIL FOR DISAPPEAR 090G6084 1 HEAT SINK D905 093G 60257 DIODE SB1060FCT ITO-220AB BY PAN JIT D905 093G 60278...
Service Manual ASUS VW224U&VW224S 15. Different Parts list Diversity of TCR2MPNTWYUSDI compared with TCR2MPNCWYUSDI Location Part No. Description Remark E08901 089G402A18N CX POWER CORD E08901 089G402A18N YH POWER CORD(32-D022438) 2nd source Q41G780068026C TW WARRANTY CARD NON ZBD 040G 582680 1A...