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Page 1: User Guide
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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 not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: • Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. • Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. • Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. • Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. As an Energy Star Partner, our company has determined ® that this product meets the Energy Star guidelines for ® energy efficiency. Canadian Department of Communications Statement This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise emissions from digital apparatus set out in the Radio Interference Regulations of the Canadian Department of Communications. -
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. • Do not overload power strips and extention 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. -
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 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 WARNING: Information to prevent injury to yourself when trying to complete a task. - 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.
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Page 7: Welcome
Welcome! ® Thank you for purchasing the ASUS VB178(x)L Series LCD monitor! The latest widescreen LCD 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 VB178(x)L Series brings you! Package contents Check your VB178(x)L Series LCD Monitor package for the following items: LCD monitor Monitor base User manual CD Quick Start Guide Warranty card 1 x Power cord 1 x VGA cable 1 x DVI cable(VB178TL/NL) 1 x Audio cable (VB178TL/SL) If any of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer immediately. ASUS LCD Monitor VB178(x)L Series... -
Page 8: Assembling The Monitor
Assembling the monitor To assemble the monitor base:: Place the display flat on a cloth on the table,assemble the base according to the drawing and use a coin to turn the screw tight. 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. Chapter 1: Product Introduction... -
Page 9: Monitor Introduction
Monitor introduction 1.4.1 Front of the LCD monitor 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 from six video preset modes (Scenery Mode, Standard Mode, Theater Mode, Game Mode, Night View Mode, and sRGB Mode) with SPLENDID™ Video Intelligence Technology. • Exit the OSD menu or go back to the previous menu as the OSD menu is active. Button: • Press this button to decrease the value of the function selected or move to the next fuction. • This is also a hotkey for Volume adjustment.(VB178TL/SL) • This is also a hotkey for Contrast adjustment. (VB178NL/DL) MENU Button: • 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 hotkey for Brightness adjustment. Power Button: • Press this button to turn the monitor on/off. ASUS LCD Monitor VB178(x)L Series... -
Page 10: Rear Of The Lcd Monitor
Power Indicator • The color definition of the power indicator is as the below table. Status Description Blue Amber Standby mode 1.4.2 Rear of the LCD monitor Screw holes for VESA Wall Mount Rear connectors Rear connectors (from left to right) AC-IN port. This port connects the power connector from the bundled power cord. Audio-in port. This port connects PC audio source by the bundled audio cable. (VB178TL/SL) DVI port. This 24-pin port is for PC (Personal Computer) DVI-D digital signal connection. (VB178TL/NL) D-SUB port. This 15-pin port is for PC VGA connection. Chapter 1: Product Introduction... -
Page 11: Adjusting The Monitor
Adjusting the monitor • 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 when you change its angle. • You can tilt the monitor’s from -5° to 15°, swivel from left-to-right for 45° each side, and lift the monitor’s height for about 100mm. -5º~15º º º º ASUS LCD Monitor VB178(x)L Series... -
Page 12: Detaching The Arm/Stan(For Vesa Wall Mount)
Detaching the arm/stan(for VESA wall mount) The detachable stand of the VB178(x)L Series LCD monitor is specially designed for VESA wall mount. To detach the arm/stand: Lower the monitor to its lowest height, and then inset the monitor height adjustment lock. Have the front of the monitor face down on a table. Use a screwdriver to remove the four screws on the VESA cover,the slide out the arm/base to detach it 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 when you remove the screws. • The VESA wall mount kit ( 100 mm x 100 mm) is purchased separately. • For use only with UL Listed Wall Mount Bracket with minimum weight/load 14.8Kg (Screw size: 4mm x 12 mm) Chapter 2: Setup... -
Page 13: Osd (On-Screen Display) Menu
Press and to change the settings of the selected function. To exit the OSD menu, press the button. Repeat step 2 and step 3 to adjust any other function. 3.1.2 OSD Function Introduction 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. VB178 Splendid Scenery Mode Color Standard Mode Image Theater Mode Input Select Game Mode System Setup Night View Mode sRGB Move Menu Exit ASUS LCD Monitor VB178(x)L Series... - Page 14 • Scenery Mode: This is the best choice for scenery photo displaying with SPLENDID™ Video Intelligence Technology. • Standard Mode: This is the best choice for document editing with SPLENDID™ Video Intelligence Technology. • Theater Mode: This is the best choice for movie watching with SPLENDID™ Video Intelligence Technology. • Game Mode: This is the best choice for game playing with SPLENDID™ Video Intelligence Technology. • Night View Mode: This is the best choice for playing dark-scene game or watching dark-scene movie with SPLENDID™ Video Intelligence Technology. • sRGB:This is the best choice for viewing photos and graphics from PCs. • In the Standard Mode, the Saturation, Skin Tone, Sharpness, ASCR are not user-configurable. • In the sRGB, the Brightness, Contrast, Saturation, Color Temp, Skin Tone and ASCR are not user-configurable. Color Select the image color you like from this function. VB178 Splendid Brightness Color Contrast Image Saturation...
- Page 15 Image Position Focus Input Select System Setup Move Menu Exit • Sharpness: Adjusts the picture sharpness. The adjusting range is from 0 to 100. • ASCR: Select ON or OFF to enable or disable dynamic contrast ratio function. • Position: Adjusts 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: Reduces Horizonal-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). Input Select Selects the input source from VGA or DVI (VB178TL/NL). VB178 Splendid Color Image Input Select System Setup Move Menu Exit ASUS LCD Monitor VB178(x)L Series...
- Page 16 Menu Exit VB178 Splendid All Reset Color Image Input Select System Setup Move Menu Exit • Splendid Demo Mode: Activate the demo mode for the Splendid function. Volume: Adjusts the Volume level of speakers. (VB178TL/SL). • • ECO Mode: Turns the ECO Mode Function on or off. • OSD Setup: Adjusts the horizontal position (H-Position), vertical position (V-Position), OSD Timeout, DDC/CI, and Transparency of the OSD screen. • Language: Selects OSD language. The selections are English, French, German, Spanish, Italian, Dutch, Russian, Traditional Chinese, Simplified Chinese, Japanese and Korean. Information: Displays the monitor information. • •...
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Page 17: Specifications
3.2 Specifications Model VB178TL/NL/SL/DL Panel Size 17”W (43.2 cm) Max. Resolution SXGA 1280*1024 Brightness (Typ.) 250cd/m Cnrtast Ratio (Typ.) 1000:1 Viewing Angle (H/V), (CR≥10) 170°/160° Display Colors 16.7 M Response Time 5ms (Tr+Tf) D-SUB Input DVI Input DVI(VB178TL/NL only) Speaker (Build-in) 1W x 2 (VB178TL/SL only) Tilt -5° ~ +15° VESA Wall Mounting 100 mm x 100 mm Phys. Dimension (WxHxD) 379x462x214 mm Box Dimension (WxHxD) 559x382x210 mm Voltage Rating AC 100~240V(Built-in) ASUS LCD Monitor VB178(x)L Series... -
Page 18: Troubleshooting (Faq)
• Adjust the H-Position or V-Position settings via OSD (for VGA input only). Screen image bounces or a wave • Make sure the signal cable is properly connected to pattern is present in the image the monitor and the computer. • Move electrical devices that may cause electrical interference. Screen image has color defects • Inspect the signal cable and make sure that none of (white does not look white) the pins are bent. • Perform All Reset via OSD. • Adjust the R/G/B color settings or select the Color Temperature via OSD. Screen image is blurry or fuzzy • Press the button for two seconds to automatically adjust the image (for VGA input only). • Adjust the Phase and Clock settings via OSD. No sound or sound is low • Ensure that the audio cable is properly connected to (VB178TL/SL) 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. Chapter 3: General Instruction... -
Page 19: Supported Timing List
37.861 640x480 37.5 720x400 31.469 800x600 35.156 800x600 37.879 800x600 48.077 800x600 46.875 832x624 49.725 1024x768 48.363 1024x768 56.476 1024x768 57.7 1024x768 60.023 1024x768 60.2 1152x864 67.5 1152x860 68.7 1280x960 1280x1024 63.981 1280x1024 74.4 1280x1024 77.9 1280x1024 79.976 ASUS LCD Monitor VB178(x)L Series...