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ZenScreen MB229CF Portable Monitor User Guide...
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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.
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.
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For more information about where you can drop off your waste equipment for recycling, please contact your local city office, your household waste disposal service or the shop where you purchased the product. AEEE yönetmeliğine uygundur ■ ASUS CONTACT INFORMATION ■ ASUSTeK Computer Inc. ■ ASUS Computer International (America) ■ ASUS Computer GmbH (Germany and Austria) Address 1F, No.15,...
Safety Information • Before setting up this Portable Monitor, carefully read all the documentation that came with the package. • To prevent fire or shock hazard, never expose this Portable Monitor to rain or moisture. • Never try to open this Portable Monitor cabinet. • Before using this Portable Monitor, make sure all cables are correctly connected and the power cables are not damaged.
Care & Cleaning • Cleaning. Turn your monitor off and unplug the adaptor. 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. The following symptoms are normal with the monitor: •...
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.
Check your package for the following items: Portable Monitor Quick Start Guide Warranty Card USB Type-C Cable Power Cord HDMI Cable Power Adaptor Monitor Arm Partition Hook Kit L-shaped Screwdriver Screw • If any of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer immediately. ASUS Portable Monitor MB229CF...
Monitor introduction 1.3.1 I/O ports Earphone jack HDMI port USB Type-C port (PD 5V/3A, 9V/3A, 12V/3A, 15V/3A, or 20V/3A) DC-IN jack Chapter 1: Product Introduction...
1.3.2 Control buttons MENU Menu Button: • Press this button to display the Quick menu. Menu Close Brightness Power • When the Quick menu is ON, press this button to display the OSD menu. • Toggles the Key Lock function between on and off with a long press for 5 seconds. ASUS Portable Monitor MB229CF...
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p Up Button: • Press this button to display the Quick menu. • When the Quick menu is ON, press this button to exit the Quick menu. q Down Button: • Press this button to display the Quick menu. • When the Quick menu is ON, this is a Shortcut key. The default setting is Brightness. To change the preset hotkey function, go to the Shortcut menu. Power Button/Power Indicator: •...
Adjusting the monitor 2.1.1 Using the kickstand For optimal viewing, you can adjust the monitor to the angle that is most comfortable for you. • Unfold and open the kickstand to adjust the monitor’s angle between 12˚ to 60˚. ASUS Portable Monitor MB229CF...
2.1.2 Using the partition hook kit Install the hook pad at the desired height on the hook L-bracket. Then attach the screw and secure it using an L-shaped screwdriver. Loosen the knob to release the clamp of the hook. Then hang the hook to the partition wall. Adjust the clamp to fit the thicknesses of the partition. Then tighten the knob to secure the hook in place. To install another partition hook, repeat the previous steps. Make sure both left and right hook pads are parallel. Fold the the kickstand upward.
Install the C-clamp arm to your desk. Then tighten the hand screw to secure the pole in place. Fold the the kickstand upward and install the tripod socket to the rear of the monitor. Then tighten the hinged D-ring screw to secure the tripod socket in place. Attach the tripod socket of the monitor to the clip. ASUS Portable Monitor MB229CF...
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Adjust the monitor to the angle that is most comfortable for you. 90° 90° Height adjustment (up to 180mm) Pivot adjustment (±90˚) Swivel: ± 90° Extension/Retraction adjustment Swivel adjustment (-90˚ to 90˚) (up to 144mm) Tilt adjustment (-5˚ to 20˚) Chapter 2: Setup...
Wall mounting 2.3.1 Detaching the C-clamp arm Push the locking latches inward to disengage the monitor from the z-axis adjustable clip. Then by holding the monitor with both hands, lift to remove the monitor. By holding the monitor with both hands, lift to remove the monitor. Loosen the hand screw securing the pole. Then remove the C-clamp arm from your desk.
Using a screwdriver, remove the four screws from the rear of the monitor. Then mount the monitor on the wall. • Only use the UL Listed Wall Mount Bracket with minimum weight/load 22.7kg (Screw size: M4 x 10mm). • Tripod screw size: INCH 3/8 x L 10.4 mm. Turning on the monitor Press the Power button. The power indicator lights up in white to show that the monitor is ON. ASUS Portable Monitor MB229CF...
Chapter 3: General Instructions OSD (On-Screen Display) menu 3.1.1 How to reconfigure Press the Menu button twice to activate the OSD menu. ASUS MB229 Splendid Standard Mode HDMI 1080p 60Hz Standard Mode sRGB Mode Scenery mode Theater Mode Game Mode Night View Mode Reading Mode...
Reading Mode: This is the best choice for book reading. • Darkroom Mode: This is the best choice for a weak ambient light environment. • In the Standard mode, the following function(s) are not user-configurable: Saturation, Skin Tone, Sharpness, and ASCR. • In the sRGB mode, the following function(s) are not user-configurable: Brightness, Contrast, Saturation, Color Temp., Skin Tone, Sharpness, and ASCR. • In the Reading mode, the following function(s) are not user-configurable: Contrast, Saturation, Color Temp., Skin Tone, and ASCR. ASUS Portable Monitor MB229CF...
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Blue Light Filter In this function, you can adjust the blue light filter setting to better protect your eyes. Press the Menu button to enter this menu. ASUS MB229 Blue Light Filter Standard Mode HDMI 1080p 60Hz Enter Then you can adjust the blue light filter setting.
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• Eye exercises can help to reduce eye strain. Repeat these exercises often. If eye strain continues, please contact a physician. Eye exercises: (1) Repeating look up and down (2) Slowly roll your eyes (3) Move your eyes diagonal. • High energy blue light may lead to eye strain and AMD(Age- Related Macular Degeneration). Blue light Filter reduces 70% (max.) harmful blue light to avoid CVS(Computer Vision Syndrome) when the user adjusts the blue light filter bar to the maximum level. ASUS Portable Monitor MB229CF...
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Color Set a desired color setting from this menu. ASUS MB229 Color Standard Mode HDMI 1080p 60Hz Brightness Contrast Saturation Color Temp. Skin Tone • Brightness: Adjust the brightness level. The adjusting range is from 0 to 100. • Contrast: Adjust the contrast level. The adjusting range is from 0 to 100. • Saturation: Adjust the saturation level. The adjusting range is from 0 to 100.
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• Shadow Boost: Dark color enhancement adjust monitor gamma curve to enrich the dark tones in an image making dark scenes and objects much easier be found. ASUS Portable Monitor MB229CF...
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Input Select Select the input source from HDMI or USB Type-C input signal. ASUS MB229 Input Select Standard Mode HDMI 1080p 60Hz HDMI USB Type-C Chapter 3: General Instructions...
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ECO Mode OSD Setup Language More (Page 1/2) ASUS MB229 System Setup Standard Mode HDMI 1080p 60Hz Back Key Lock Power Key Lock Information Power Indicator All Reset (Page 2/2) • Splendid Demo Mode: Activate the demo mode for the Splendid function. • Volume: Adjust the volume level. ASUS Portable Monitor MB229CF...
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• GamePlus: The GamePlus function provides a toolkit and creates a better gaming environment for users when playing different types of games. GamePlus Crosshair (Practice Mode) Timer FPS Counter Display Alignment • Crosshair: The crosshair overlay with different crosshair options lets you choose the one that best suits the game you’re playing.
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Alignment: This facilitates designers and users to organize content and layout on one page and achieve a consistent look and feel. Alignment Grid 1 Alignment Grid 2 Alignment Grid 1 Alignment Grid 2 • Paper size: You can view the documents in real size on the screen. Letter Letter EXIT 3-10 ASUS Portable Monitor MB229CF...
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• Photo: The various real photo sizes displayed provides photographers and other users to accurately view and edit their photos in real size on the screen. Photo 8x10, 5x7 Photo 4x6, 3x5, 2x2 8x10 • ECO Mode: Activate this ecology mode for power saving. • OSD Setup: Configure the OSD screen related settings. •...
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Available function choices for shortcut: Blue Light Filter, Splendid, Brightness, Contrast, Color Temp., Volume, QuickFit, and GamePlus. ASUS MB229 Shortcut Standard Mode HDMI 1080p 60Hz Blue Light Filter Splendid Brightness Contrast Color Temp. Volume QuickFit GamePlus When a certain function is selected or activated, your shortcut key may not support. 3-12 ASUS Portable Monitor MB229CF...
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MyFavorite Load/Save all settings on the monitor. ASUS MB229 MyFavorite Standard Mode HDMI 1080p 60Hz Setting 1 Setting 2 Setting 3 Setting 4 3-13 Chapter 3: General Instructions...
-20 ~ 60˚C Speaker 1W*2(Tweeter) + 1.5W(Woofer) Phys. Dimension (HxWxD) 317.6 x 487 x 22.1 mm Box Dimension (HxWxD) 398 x 547 x 129 mm Net Weight (Esti.) 2.2 kg Gross Weight (Esti.) 6 kg • Adaptor: 19V 4.74A Voltage Rating • USB Type-C power input: 5-20Vdc, 3A (max.) • ASUS/ADP-90LE B Adaptor • 100-240V~50/60Hz 1.5A • 19V , 4.74A *Specifications subject to change without notice. 3-14 ASUS Portable Monitor MB229CF...
Troubleshooting (FAQ) Problem Possible Solution • Press the Power button to check if the monitor is Power LED is not ON turned on. • Check if the adaptor is properly connected to the monitor and the power outlet. • Check the Power Indicator function in the OSD menu. Select “ON“ to turn on the Power LED.
67.5 148.5 1920x1080-75Hz 83.894 74.973 174.5 1920x1080-100Hz (HDMI) 228.8 1920x1080-100Hz (TYPE C) * Modes not listed in the table may not be supported. For optimal resolution, we recommend that you choose a mode listed in the table above. 3-16 ASUS Portable Monitor MB229CF...
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