Asus Vw196t User Guide

							
VW196/VW 193/VW171  Series 
LCD Monitor
User Guide
Q5231 V1
July  2009
 
						

							
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Table of contents
Notices.........................................................................\
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Safety. information.........................................................................\
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Care. & . Cleaning ..........................................................................\
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Chapter. 1: . Product . introduction .
1.1. Welcome! ...........................................................................\
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1.2. Package . contents.........................................................................\
.1-1
1.3. Assembling . the . monitor . base......................................................1-2
1.4. Monitor . introduction.....................................................................1-3
1.4.1  Front of the LCD monitor ................................................1-3
1.4.2   Rear of the LCD monitor  ................................................1-4
Chapter . 2: . Setup
2.1. Adjusting . the . monitor...................................................................2-1
2.2. Detaching . the . arm/stand . (for . VESA . wall . mount).......................2-2
Chapter. 3: . General . Instruction ..
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 summary...............................................................3-4
3.3. Troubleshooting . (FAQ).................................................................3-5
3.4. Supported . operating . modes........................................................3-6
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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.
T h i s  e q u i p m e n t  h a s  b e e n  t e s t e d  a n d  f o u n d  t o  c o m p l y  w i t h  t h e  l i m i t s  f o r  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, 
w h i c h  c a n  b e  d e t e r m i n e d  b y  t u r n i n g  t h e  e q u i p m e n t  o ff  a n d  o n ,  t h e  u s e r  i s 
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.
Canadian . Department . of . Communications . Statement
This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio nois\
e 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. 
•  S l o t s  a n d  o p e n i n g s  o n  t h e  b a c k  o r  t o p  o f  t h e  c a b i n e t  a r e  p r o v i d e d  f o r 
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 100-24 0V 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 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 yourse lf!  
Conventions. used . in . this . guide
WA R N I N G :  I n f o r m a t i o n  t o  p r e v e n t  i n j u r y  t o  y o u r s e l f  w h e n  t r y i n g  t o 
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
T h e  A S U S  w e b s i t e s  w o r l d w i d e  p r o v i d e  u p d a t e d  i n f o r m a t i o n  o n  A S U S 
hardware and software products. Refer to http://www.asus.com
2.. Optional . documentation
Your product package may include optional documentation, such as warranty 
card,  that  may  have  been  added  by  your  dealer.  These  documents  are  not 
part of the standard package.
 
						

							
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ASUS LCD Monitor VW196/VW193 /VW171Series
1.1	 Welcome! 		
Thank you for purchasing the ASUS®  VW196/VW193/VW171 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 VW196/VW193/VW171 Series brings you! 
1.2	 Package	 contents
Check your VW196/VW193/VW171 Series LCD package for the following items:
   LCD monitor
   User manual CD
   Quick Start Guide
   1 x Power cord
   1 x VGA cable
   1 x DVI cable (Only for some models)
   1 x Audio cable (Only for some models)
I f  a n y  o f  t h e  a b o v e  i t e m s  i s  d a m a g e d  o r  m i s s i n g ,  c o n t a c t  y o u r  r e t a i l e r immediately.
   Monitor base 
 
						

							
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1.3	 Assembling	 the 	 monitor 	 base
To assemble the monitor base:
1.  Connect  the  base  with  the  monitor. A  click  indicates  that  the  base  has  been 
connected successfully. 
.   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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ASUS LCD Monitor VW196/VW193/VW171 Series
1.4	 Monitor 	 introduction
1.4.1	 Front	 of 	 the 	 LCD 	 monitor
1.  button:
  •   Automatically adjust the image to its optimized position, clock, and phase   
 by long pressing this button for   -4 seconds (for VGA mode only).
 •   Use this hotkey to switch from five video preset modes (Game     
 Mode, Night View Mode, Scenery Mode, Standard Mode, Theater Mode)   
 with SPLENDID™ Video Enhancement 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 previous fuction.  
•  This is also a hotkey for Volume adjustment.     
3.  MENU Button:  
•  Press this button to enter/select the icon (function) highlighted     
 while the OSD menu is activated.
4. Button:
  •   Press this button to increase the value of the function selected    
      or move to the next fuction.  
•  This is also a hotkey for Brightness adjustment.     
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1.4.2	 Rear 	 of 	 the 	 LCD 	 monitor 	
Rear	 connectors
Rear	 connectors 	 (from 	 left 	 to 	 right)
5.  Power button          
  •   Press this button to turn the monitor on/off.
6.  Power indicator
	 •	 The 	 color 	 definition 	 of 	 the 	 power 	 indicator 	 is 	 as 	 the 	 below 	 table.
StatusDescription
  BlueON
  AmberStandby mode
  OFFOFF

1. 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.(Only for some models)   
3. DVI 	 port. This   4-pin port is for PC (Personal Computer) DVI-D digital signal 
connection. (Only for some models) 
4. VGA 	 port. This 15-pin port is for PC VGA connection. 
Screw 	 holes 	 for 	VESA	 Wall 	 Mount
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