Asus Ve278q User Guide

							  
VE278Q/VK278Q Series 
LED Monitor
User Guide
VE278Q
VK278Q
July  2010
 
						

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Table of contents
Notices ........................................................................\
.................................iii
Safety information  ........................................................................\
..............iv
Care & Cleaning ........................................................................\
...................v
1.1  Welcome! ........................................................................\
..............1-1
1.2  Package contents ........................................................................\
.1-1
1.3  Assembling the monitor base .....................................................1-2
1.4  Connect cables ........................................................................\
.....1-2
1.5  Monitor introduction ....................................................................1-3
1.5.1  Front of the LED monitor .................................................1-3
1.5.2  Rear of the LED monitor .................................................1-5
2.1    Detaching the arm/stand(for VESA wall mount) .......................2-1
2.2  Adjusting the monitor ..................................................................2-2
2.3    Install LifeFrame 2 software ........................................................2-2
3.1  OSD (On-Screen Display) menu .................................................3-1
3.1.1	 How	to	reconfigure ..........................................................3-1
3.1.2  OSD Function Introduction ..............................................3-1
3.2	 Specifications  ........................................................................\
.......3-6
3.3  Troubleshooting (FAQ) ................................................................3-7
3.4  Supported Timing List .................................................................3-8
  
						

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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 har\
mful 
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.
This	class	B	digital	apparatus	complies	with	Canadian	ICES-003.
  
						

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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.
•	 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.
  
						

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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	LED.	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.
CAUTION:	Information	to	prevent	damage	to	the	components	when	
trying	to	complete	a	task.
IMPORTANT:	Information	that	you	MUST	follow	to	complete	a	task.
NOTE:	Tips	and	additional	information	to	aid	in	completing	a	task.
  
						

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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.
  
						

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1.1 Welcome!
Thank	you	for	purchasing	the	ASUS®	VE278Q/VK278Q	Series	LED	monitor!
The	latest	widescreen	LED	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	VE278Q/VK278Q	Series	brings	you!
1.2 Package contents
Check	your	VE278Q/VK278Q	Series	LED	monitor	package	for	the	following	items:
   LED monitor
   Monitor base
   1	x	CD	(Only	available	for	model	VK278Q)
			Quick	start	guide
   Warranty card
			1	x	Power	cord
			1	x	VGA	cable
			1	x	WebCam	USB	cable	(Only	available	for	model	VK278Q)
			1	x	DVI	cable
			1	x	Audio	cable
If	any	of	the	above	items	is	damaged	or	missing,	contact	your	retailer	
immediately.
  
						

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1.3 Assembling the monitor base
To assemble the monitor base:
1.	 Attach	 the	base	 to	the	 arm	 and	fix	with	 the	screw	 to	join	 them	 tightly.	 You	can	
easily	tighten	the	screw	by	fingers.
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.
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Make sure to screw the base to the arm tightly.
1.4  Connect cables
To connect cables:
Connect	the	cables	you	need	based	on	chapter	1.5.2,	page1-5.
  
						

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1.5 Monitor introduction
1.5.1  Front of the LED monitor
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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	hot	key	to	switch	from	six	video	preset	modes	(Scenery	Mode,	
Standard	Mode,	Theater	Mode,	Game	Mode,	Night	View	Mode,	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 activate the Picture-in-picture function.
•	Both the DVI and HDMI input source should not be selected as both the 
Main and PIP source simultaneously.
3. 	Button:
•	Press this button to decrease the value of the function selected or move\
 
to	the	next	function.
•	This is also a hot key for Volume adjustment.
4.	 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. 
  
						

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5. 	Button:
•	Press this button to increase the value of the function selected or move\
 
right/up	to	the	next	function.
•	This	is	also	a	hot	key	for	Brightness	adjustment.
6. 	Input	Select	Button:
•	Use	this	hot	key	to	switch	from	VGA,	DVI,	HDMI	and	DisplayPort	input	
signal.
Press 	(Input	Select	button)	to	display	HDMI	signals	
after you connect HDMI cable with the monitor.
7. 	Power	Button/Power	Indicator:
•	Press	this	button	to	turn	the	monitor	on/off.
•	The color definition of the power indicator is as the below table.
StatusDescription
  BlueON
  AmberStandby mode
  OFFOFF