Asus VS197 / VS198 Series Manual

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 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:

• The screen may flicker during the initial use due to the nature of the fluorescent light. Turn off the Power Switch and turn it on again to make sure that the flicker disappears.
• You may find slightly uneven brightness on the screen depending on the desktop pattern you use.
• When the same image is displayed for hours, an afterimage of the previous screen may remain after switching the image. The screen will recover slowly or you can turn off the Power Switch for hours.
• When the screen becomes black or flashes, or cannot work anymore, contact your dealer or service center to fix it. Do not repair the screen by yourself!

Conventions used in this guide

Information to prevent injury to yourself when trying to complete a task.

Information to prevent damage to the components when trying to complete a task.

Information that you MUST follow to complete a task.

NOTE: Tips and additional information to aid in completing a task.

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.

Package contents

Check your VS197/VS198 Series LED package for the following items:

• LED monitor
• Monitor base
• Quick start guide
• 1 x Power cord
• 1 x VGA cable
• 1 x DVI cable (Available for model VS197N, VS198N only)
• 1 x Warranty card

If any of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer immediately.

Assembling the unit base

To assemble the monitor base:

1. Connect the base with the arm of monitor and turn clockwise. A click indicates that the base has been connected successfully.
2. 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.

Connecting cables

To connect cables:
Connect the cables you need based on chapter "Rear of the unit".

Product introduction

Front of the unit

1. 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 among six video preset modes (Scenery, Standard, Theater, Game, Night View, and sRGB Mode) with SPLENDID Video Enhancement Technology.
   • Exit the OSD menu or go back to the previous menu as the OSD menu is active.
2. Button:
   • 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.
3. 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.
4. Button:
   • Press this button to increase the value of the function selected or move right/up to the next function.
   • This is also a hotkey for brightness adjustment.
5. Power Button/Power Indicator:
   • Press this button to turn the monitor on/off.
   • The color definition of the power indicator is as the table below.

Rear of the unit

1. AC-In
2. DVI-In (Available for model VS197N, VS198N)
3. VGA-In

Detaching the arm/stand

(for VESA wall mount)
The detachable stand of the VS197/VS198 Series LED monitor is specially designed for VESA wall mount.

To detach the arm/stand:

1. Pull the stop lever and turn anticlockwise to unlock.
   
2. Detach the base from the monitor.
   
3. Use your fingers gently pull away the plate that covers the stand neck. Use a screwdriver to remove the four screws that secure the stand to the monitor.
   
4. Detach the stand from the monitor.
   

• We recommend that you cover the table surface with soft cloth to prevent damage to the monitor.
• Hold the stand of the monitor while removing the screws.

• The VESA wall mount kit ( 75 x 75 mm) is purchased separately.
• Use only the UL Listed Wall Mount Bracket with minimum weight/ load according to the model listed in the specification table (Screw size: M4 x 10 mm).

Adjusting the unit

• 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˚.
  

On-Screen Display menu

How to reconfigure

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. Highlight and activate the desired sub-menu function by pressing the [MENU] button.
3. Press and to change the settings of the selected function.
4. To exit the OSD menu, press the button. Repeat step 2 and step 3 to adjust any other function.

OSD Function Introduction

1. Splendid
   This function contains six sub-functions that you can select for your preference. Each mode has the Reset selection, allowing you to maintain your setting or return to the preset mode.
   
   • Scenery Mode: This is the best choice for scenery photo displaying with SPLENDID Video Enhancement.
   • Standard Mode: This is the best choice for document editing with SPLENDID Video Enhancement.
   • Theater Mode: This is the best choice for movie watching with SPLENDID Video Enhancement.
   • Game Mode: This is the best choice for game playing with SPLENDID Video Enhancement.
   • Night View Mode: This is the best choice for playing darkscene game or watching movie with SPLENDID™ Video Enhancement.
   • sRGB: 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 Brightness, Contrast, Saturation, Color Temp., Skin Tone, Sharpness, and ASCR functions are not userconfigurable.

2. Color
   Select the image color you like from this function.
   
   • Brightness: The adjusting range is from 0 to 100. The button is also a hotkey to activate this function.
   • Contrast: The adjusting range is from 0 to 100. The button is also a hotkey to activate this function.
   • 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.
   • Smart View: Enable a clearer visibility after tilted the screen.

In the User Mode, colors of R (Red), G (Green), and B (Blue) are user-configurable; the adjusting range is from 0 ~ 100.

3. Image
   You can adjust the image Sharpness, Aspect Control, Position (VGA only), and Focus (VGA only) from this main function.
   
   • Sharpness: Adjust the picture sharpness. The adjusting range is from 0 to 100. (Only available for selecting "Standard Mode" in Splendid menu.)
   • Aspect Control: Adjust the aspect ratio to "Full", "4:3".
   • ASCR: Select ON or OFF to enable or disable dynamic contrast ratio function. (ASCR: ASUS Smart Contrast Ratio. Disabled at "Standard Mode".)
   • 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.)
4. Input Select
   Select the input source from VGA, DVI.
   
   • DVI: Available for model VS197N, VS198N only.
5. System Setup
   Adjust the system configuration.
   
   • Splendid Demo Mode: Activate the demo mode for the Splendid function.
   • ECO Mode: Activate the ecology mode for power saving. (Some gray levels may not be distinguished if ECO is ON. Its brightness is lower than that when setting the Contrast Ratio to 100.)
   • 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 of Input Port, Resolution, H-freq., V-freq, and Model Name.
   • All Reset: Set to "Yes" to revert all settings to the factory default status.

Specifications

*Specifications subject to change without notice.

Troubleshooting/FAQ

Supported Timing List

VESA / IBM Modes Support Timing (D-SUB, DVI-D inputs)

* 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.

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.
• 
  Do not overload power strips and extension cords. Overloading can result in fire or electric shock.
• Avoid dust, humidity, and temperature extremes. Do not place the monitor in any area where it may become wet. Place the monitor on a stable surface.
• Unplug the unit during a lightning storm or if it will not be used for a long period of time. This will protect the monitor from damage due to power surges.
• Never push objects or spill liquid of any kind into the slots on the monitor cabinet.
• To ensure satisfactory operation, use the monitor only with UL listed computers which have appropriate configured receptacles marked between 100-240V AC.
• If you encounter technical problems with the monitor, contact a qualified service technician or your retailer.

Documents / Resources

References

• ASUS Global

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