Asus Computer Monitor MB17 User Manual

MB19 Series/  
MB17 Series  
LCD Monitor  
User Guide  
MENU  
Table of contents  
Notices................................................................................................. iv  
Safety.information................................................................................ v  
Care.&.Cleaning.................................................................................... vi  
Package.contents................................................................................viii  
Chapter.1:.  
Product.introduction.  
1.1.  
1.2.  
1.3.  
Features................................................................................. 1-2  
Assembling.the.monitor.base................................................ 1-2  
Monitor.introduction.............................................................. 1-3  
Front.of.the.LCD.monitor...................................................... 1-3  
Rear.of.the.LCD.monitor........................................................ 1-5  
Chapter.2:.  
Setup.  
2.1.  
2.2.  
2.3.  
Connecting.the.cables........................................................... 2-2  
Turning.the.monitor.on.......................................................... 2-3  
Adjusting.the.monitor............................................................ 2-3  
Chapter.3.  
General.Instruction.  
3.1.  
3.2.  
3.3  
OSD.(On-Screen.Display).menu............................................. 3-2  
Troubleshooting.(FAQ).......................................................... 3-4  
Specification summary........................................................... 3-5  
Supported.operating.modes................................................ 3-11  
3.4.  
iii  
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.  
This class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian  
ICES-003.  
iv  
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.  
v
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.  
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.  
vi  
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  
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.  
vii  
Package contents  
Check your MB19/MB17 Series LCD package for the following items:  
LCD monitor  
Quick Start Guide  
Support CD  
1 x Power cord  
1 x VGA cable  
1 x DVI cable (MB19TU only)  
1 x Audio cable  
1 x Cable holder  
If any of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer  
immediately.  
viii  
Chapter 1  
This chapter gives a general description of  
the ASUS LCD monitor MB19/MB17 Series.  
The chapter lists the monitor features  
including introduction on the front and rear  
panels.  
1.1  
Features  
19”/17” LCD Monitor  
Recommended resolution: 1280 X 1024  
MB19TU: 2ms (Gray to Gray) Rapid response time  
MB19SE/MB17SE: 5ms (Tr+Tf) Quick response time  
SPLENDID™ Video Enhancement Technology  
5 Video preset modes switiched by hotkey  
3 Skin-tones selection  
Microsoft Windows® 2000/XP compliance  
VESA Display Data Channel DDC2B compliance  
VESA wall mount compliance (100x100mm)  
EPA ENERGY STAR® and ergonomic design  
Both VGA and DVI-D Inputs (MB19TU only)  
2W x 2 Stereo speakers and earphone output  
RoHS compliance  
1.2  
Assembling the monitor base  
1-2  
Chapter 1: Product introduction  
1.3  
Monitor introduction  
Front of the LCD monitor  
Stereo  
speakers  
MENU  
Base  
MENU  
1
2
3
4
5
6
1. Headphone port  
mini-plug (3.5mm).  
. This port connects a headphone with a stereo  
2.  
“S” Button:  
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.  
Automatically adjust the image to its optimized position, clock,  
and phase by pressing the button for 2-4 seconds.  
3. “-” 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.  
ASUS LCD Monitor MB19 Series/MB17 Series  
1-3  
4. “+” Button:  
Press this button to increase the value of the function selected  
or move to the next function.  
This is also a hotkey for Brightness adjustment.  
5.  
6.  
Button:  
Press this button to enter/select the icon (function) highlighted  
while the OSD menu is activated.  
Power Button  
Press this button to turn the monitor on/off.  
The table below shows the status of the LED indicator beside this  
button.  
Status  
Blue  
Description  
ON  
Amber  
OFF  
Standby mode  
OFF  
The headphone is purchased separately.  
1-4  
Chapter 1: Product introduction  
Rear of the LCD monitor  
AC IN  
DIGITAL  
ANALOG  
AUDIO  
AC IN  
IGITAL  
ANALOG  
AUDIO  
1
2
3
4
1. AC-in port. This port connects the power connector by the bundled  
power cord.  
2. DVI port. (MB19TU only) This 24-pin port is for PC (Personal  
Computer) DVI-D digital signal connection.  
3. VGA port. This 15-pin port is for PC VGA connection.  
4. Audio-in port. This port connects PC audio source by the bundled  
audio cable .  
ASUS LCD Monitor MB19 Series/MB17 Series  
1-5  
1-6  
Chapter 1: Product introduction  
Chapter 2  
This chapter provides instructions on how to  
correctly connect cables and properly adjust  
the angle of the LCD monitor.  
2.1  
Connecting the cables  
1. Connect the cables as shown:  
A
C
I
N
GITAL  
ANALOG  
AUDIO  
Power cord  
Audio cable  
VGA cable  
DVI cable  
To connect the audio cable: connect one end of the audio cable to  
the monitor’s Audio-in port, and then connect the other end to the  
computer multi-media (or audio) card’s audio output.  
To connect the power cord: connect one end of the power cord  
securely to the monitor’s AC input port, the other end to a power  
outlet.  
To connect the VGA/DVI cable:  
a. Plug the VGA/DVI connector to the LCD monitor’s VGA/DVI port.  
b. Connect the other end of the VGA/DVI cable to your computer’s  
VGA/DVI port.  
c. Tighten the two screws to secure the VGA/DVI connector.  
2. Gather all the cables, then hold them with the cable holder. Align the  
cable holder to the two slots near the base and close it carefully. A  
click indicates that the cable holder has been closed securely.  
Cable  
holder  
2-2  
Chapter 2: Setup