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ML249 Series
LED Monitor
User Guide
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E6236 First Edition January 2011 Copyright © 2011 ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. All Rights Reserved. No part of this manual, including the products and software described in it, may be reproduced, transmitted, transcribed, stored in a retrieval system, or translated into any language in any form or by any means, except documentation kept by the purchaser for backup purposes, without the express written permission of ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. (“ASUS”). Product warranty or service will not be extended if:
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Contents Notices ......................................................................................................... iv Safety information ....................................................................................... v Care & Cleaning .......................................................................................... vi Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.1 Welcome! .................................................................................... 1-1 1.2 Package con
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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 r
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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 al
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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 cl
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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. vii
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1.1 Welcome! ® Thank you for purchasing the ASUS 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 monitor brings to you! 1.2 Package contents Check your package for the following items: LED monitor Monitor arm & base Quick start guide Warranty card Power cord + powe
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1.3 Monitor introduction 1.3.1 Front view 1 2 3 4 5 6 1. button: • Selects a desired preset mode. • Exits the OSD menu or goes back to the previous menu when the OSD menu is active. • Automatically adjusts the image to its optimized position, clock, and phase by touching this button for 2-4 seconds (for VGA mode only). 2. • Decreases values or moves your selection left/down. • Contrast hotkey 3. MENU button: • Turns on the OSD menu. Enacts the selected OSD menu item. 1-2 Chapter 1: Produc
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4. • Increases values or moves your selection right/up. • Brightness hotkey 5. button: • Selects an available input source. 6. Power button/power indicator • Turns the monitor on/off. • The color definition of the power indicator is as the below table. Status Description White ON White (fitful) Standby mode OFF OFF 1.3.2 Back view Rear connectors 1. DC-IN port. This port connects the power cord. 2. VGA port. This 15-pin port is for PC VGA connection. 3. HDMI port. This port is for connecti
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1-4 Chapter 1: Product introduction
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2.1 Assembling the monitor arm/base To assemble the monitor arm/base: 1. Have the front of the monitor face down on a table. 2. Place the circular arm on the back of the monitor by aligning the pins on the arm with the slots on the monitor. Use a coin or the like to turn the screw until the circular arm is securely attached to the monitor. Put the screw cover on the screw. 3. Attach the circular base to the arm by using a coin or the like to turn the screw until the circular base is securel
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2.2 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 adjust the monitor’s angle from +20˚ to -5˚ and it allows 20˚ swivel adjustment from either left or right. -5 20 º º 20 20 º 0 It is normal that the monitor slightly shakes while you adjust the viewing angle. 2-2 Ch
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2.3 Connecting the cables 1. Connect the cables as the following instructions: • To connect the power cord: a. Connect the power adapter securely to the monitor’s DC input port. b. Connect one end of the power cord to the power adapter and the other end to a power outlet. • To connect the VGA/HDMI-DVI cable: a. Plug one end of the VGA/HDMI-DVI cable to the monitor’s VGA/HDMI port. b. Connect the other end of the VGA/HDMI-DVI cable to your computer's VGA/DVI port. c. Tighten the two screws
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2-4 Chapter 2: Setup
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3.1 OSD (On-Screen Display) menu 3.1.1 How to reconfigure 1. Tap the MENU button to activate the OSD menu. 2. T a p , a n d t o navigate through the functions. Highlight the desired function and tap the MENU button to activate it. If the function selected has a sub-menu, tap and again to navigate through the sub-menu functions. Highlight the desired sub- menu function and tap the MENU button to activate it. 3. Tap , and to change the settings of the selected function. 4. To exit and
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2. Color You can adjust Brightness, Contrast, Saturation, Color Temp., and Skin Tone from this menu. • Brightness: the adjusting range is from 0 to 100. is a hotkey to activate this function. • Contrast: the adjusting range is from 0 to 100. is a hotkey to activate this function. • Saturation: the adjusting range is from 0 to 100. • Color Temp.: contains four modes including Cool, Normal, Warm, and User Mode. • Skin Tone: contains three color modes including Reddish, Natural, a
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4. Input Select In this function, you can select your desired input source. 5. System Setup Allows you to adjust the system. • Splendid Demo Mode: splits the screen into two for Splendid modes comparison. • Volume: the adjusting range is from 0 to 100 (only available for the HDMI input). • ECO Mode: reduces power consumption. • OSD Setup: * Adjusts the horizontal position (H-Position)/the vertical position (V-Position) of the OSD from 0 to 100. * Adjusts the OSD timeout from 10 to 1
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3.2 Specifi cat ions summary (ML249H) Panel Type TFT LCD Panel size 24" (16:9, 61 cm) wide screen Max. Resolution 1920 x 1080 Pixel pitch 0.2768 mm 2 Brightness (Max.) 250 cd/m Contrast Ratio (Typ.) 3000:1 Contrast Ratio (Max.) 50,000,000:1 (with ASCR on) Viewing angle(H/V) CR>10 178˚/178˚ Display colors 16.7 M Response time 8 ms (GTG) SPLENDID™ Video Yes Enhancement SPLENDID™ selection 6 video preset modes (by hotkey) Auto adjustment Yes (by hotkey) Color temperature selection 4 color tempe
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3.3 Troubleshooting (FAQ) Problem Possible Solution Power LED is not ON • Tap the button to check if the monitor is in the ON mode. • Check if the power cord is properly connected to the monitor and the power outlet. The power LED lights amber and there is • Check if the monitor and the computer are no screen image in the ON mode. • Make sure the signal cable is properly connected the monitor and the computer. • Inspect the signal cable and make sure none of the pins are bent. • Connect
