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.
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...
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.
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.
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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.
Welcome! Thank you for purchasing the ASUS 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 VW199 Series brings you! Package contents Check your VW199 Series LED Monitor package for the following items: LED monitor Monitor stand and base User manual CD Quick start guide Warranty card Power cord VGA cable Audio cable (VW199T/S) If any of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer immediately. ASUS LED Monitor VW199 Series ® VW199 Series LED monitor!
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. We recommend that you cover the table surface with soft cloth to prevent damage to the monitor. Monitor introduction 1.4.1 Front of the LED monitor 1.4.1.1 VW199T/VW199S Chapter 1: Product Introduction...
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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. Power Indicator • The color definition of the power indicator is as the below table. Status Description Blue Amber Standby mode ASUS LED Monitor VW199 Series...
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1.4.1.2 VW199N/VW199D 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 Contrast adjustment. MENU Button: •...
The color definition of the power indicator is as the below table. Status Description Blue Amber Standby mode 1.4.2 Rear of the LED monitor AC-IN port Audio Line-in port (VW199T/S) DVI port (VW199T/N) VGA port ASUS LED Monitor VW199 Series Screw holes for VESA Wall Mount Rear connectors...
Detaching the arm/stand (for VESA wall mount) The detachable stand of the VW199 Series LED monitor is specially designed for VESA wall mount. To detach the arm/stand: Remove the arm cover. Have the front of the monitor face down on a table. Use a screwdriver to remove the three screws on the stand of the monitor as the below drawing shows. Detach the stand from the monitor. • W e recommend that you cover the table surface with soft cloth to prevent damage to the monitor. •...
Adjusting the monitor • F or 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. • H old the stand to prevent the monitor from falling while changing its angle. • Y ou can adjust the monitor’s angle from -5˚ to 20˚. -5 º ~20 º ASUS LED Monitor VW199 Series...
OSD (On-Screen Display) menu 3.1.1 How to reconfigure Splendid Color Image Input Select System Setup Press the MENU button to activate the OSD menu. 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. Press and to change the settings of the selected function. To exit the OSD menu, press the 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.
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Splendid Color Image Input Select System Setup • Brightness: The adjusting range is from 0 to 100. • Contrast: The adjusting range is from 0 to 100. • Saturation: The adjusting range is from 0 to 100. • Color Temp.: Contains three preset color modes (Cool, Normal, Warm) and one User Mode. • Skin Tone: Contains three color modes including Reddish, Natural, and Yellowish. • Smart View: Turns the Smart View Function on or off. ASUS LED Monitor VW199 Series Brightness Contrast Saturation Color Temp User Mode Skin Tone Smart View Move Menu Exit Natural...
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• Sharpness: Adjusts the picture sharpness. The adjusting range is from 0 to 100. • Aspect Control: Adjusting the aspect ratio to “Full” or “4:3”. • 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 (VW199T/N). Splendid Color Image Input Select System Setup VW199 Sharpness Aspect Control ASCR Position Focus Move Menu VW199 Move Menu...
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Splendid Color Image Input Select System Setup • Splendid Demo Mode: Activate the demo mode for the Splendid function. • Volume: Adjusts the Volume level of speakers. (VW199T/S). • ECO Mode: Turns the ECO Mode Function on or off. • OSD Setup: Adjusts the horizontal position (H-Position), vertical position (V-Position), OSD Timeout, DDD/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.
Screen image bounces or a wave pattern is present in the image Screen image has color defects (white does not look white) Screen image is blurry or fuzzy No sound or sound is low (VW199T/S) ASUS LED Monitor VW199 Series Possible Solution • Press 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.