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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 the 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.
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 this Portable USB Monitor, carefully read all the
documentation that came with the package.
• To prevent fire or shock hazard, never expose this Portable USB
Monitor to rain or moisture.
• Never try to open this Portable USB Monitor cabinet.
• Before using this Portable USB Monitor, make sure all cables are
correctly connected and the power cables are not damaged. If you
detect any damage, contact your dealer immediately.
• Avoid dust, humidity, and temperature extremes. Do not place this
Portable USB Monitor in any area where it may become wet. Place this
Portable USB Monitor on a stable surface.
• Never push objects or spill liquid of any kind into the slots on this
Portable USB Monitor cabinet.
• If you encounter technical problems with this Portable USB Monitor,
contact a qualified service technician or your retailer.
• This Portable USB Monitor is powered by USB port which complies
with LPS and SELV circuit according to IEC60950-1:2005.
• DO NOT dispose of the product in fire
• DO NOT use monitor near heating equipment or in places where there
is likelihood of high temperature
• Keep your monitor away from sharp objects
• DO NOT place objects on top of your monitor
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Care & cleaning
• Cleaning. Turn your monitor off and unplug the cable. 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:
• 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.
Wheretondmoreinformation
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
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.
http://www.asus.com
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Takeback services
ASUS recycling and takeback programs come from our commitment to the
highest standards for protecting our environment. We believe in providing
solutions for our customers to be able to responsibly recycle our products,
batteries and other components as well as the packaging materials.
Please go to
recycling information in different region.
http://csr.asus.com/english/Takeback.htm
for detail
Caution
We suggest to use the attached pen or any pen or stick that can fit in the
hole at the corner as a simple stand for the monitor.
Please reserve at least 10cm/4 inch of the pen at the back of the monitor
to stabilize.
Please be noted the pen attached has no Touch function.
≥10 cm
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1.1 Welcome!
Thank you for purchasing the ASUS® Portable USB Monitor!
The latest ASUS Portable USB Monitor provides great portability and
simplicity to your daily life, enhancing both of your viewing experience and
style.
1.2 Package contents
Check your package for the following items:
Portable USB Monitor
Quick Start Guide
Warranty Card
USB Type-C Cable
Smart Cover
USB Type-C to A Adapter
Micro HDMI to HDMI cable
Pen
Power Adapter
•If any of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer
immediately.
•Inbox pen is not included in the warranty.
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1.3 Monitor introduction
1.3.1 Front View and Charging Instructions
Menu
Close
Volume
Input Select
Input Device
4
5
3
1. Pen hole
• Use the attached pen to insert into the hole, the monitor can stand up
directly without the smart cover.
2. Power
button/Power LED
• Press this button to turn the monitor on/off when connected to a valid
source.
• The color definition of the power indicator is as the below table.
StatusDescription
Blue
DarkOFF
RedCharging Mode
GreenFinished charging
ON/Standby mode
1
2
3. 5 way key
1-2
• Press the Central button to enter OSD when in connection to a valid
source.
• Long pressing the Central button allows you to have a quick check on
battery % even the device is OFF.
Chapter 1: Product Introduction
4. Micro-HDMI port
• Connect your computer with Micro-HDMI cable.
5. USB Type-C port
• Used to connect to a valid source such as Notebook/PC/Mobile phones;
signal input supports maximum to resolution 1920 x 1080 @60Hz.
• Used to do battery charging; up to 9V@2A 18W power supply by
inbox QC3.0 adapter.
IMPORTANT:
• Charge the monitor for 4 hours before using it for the first time
• Use only bundled power adapter and USB cable to charge your
monitor. Using different power adapter and cable might bring potential
damage to your device.
WARNING: The adapter may become warm to hot while in use.
DO NOT cover the adapter and keep it away from your body while
it is connected to a power source. If your device become unusual
hot, disconnect the USB cable from your device and send the
device including the power adapter and USB cable to an ASUS
qualified service personnel
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1.3.2 QuickFit Function
3x5
4x6
The QuickFit function contains two patterns: (1) Grid (2) Photo size.
1. Grid pattern: Facilitates designers and users to organize content and
layout on one page and achieve a consistent look and feel.
Alignment grid 1 will be rotated automatically if auto rotation is
enabled.
Alignment Grid1
Alignment Grid1
Alignment Grid1
Alignment Grid1
•Auto rotation function is only working under Windows OS by installing
DisplayWidget software.
Alignment Grid2
2. Photo size: Provides photographers and other users to accurately
view and edit their photos in real size on the screen.
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2.1 Monitor standing positions
You can stand up the monitor by several positions with the smart cover.
A
B
C
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2.2 Connect the USB monitor with system
A
Type-C
or
B
Micro-HDMI
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Chapter 2: Setup
2.3 Announcements
As this product and attached smart cover includes magnet in the structure,
there could be potential risk to cause the damage of computer hard disc
and objects that are sensitive to magnet.
Please ensure not to stack the product with the computer when computer
is in use (power on or standby mode) otherwise the hard drive could
possibly be influenced by the result of permanent data missing or the
computer display could be switched off due to computer auto protection
mechanism. When place this product together with computer in the bag,
must have the computer power off to avoid possible hard drive damage
problem.(Check Picture A)
The battery capacity will vary depending on the environment temperature,
humidity, and monitor usage
The battery used in this device may present a risk of fire or chemical burn
if removed or dissembled
Risk of explosion if the battery is placed by an incorrect type
Never attempt to short-circuit your monitor battery
Never attempt to disassemble and reassemble the monitor battery
Discontinue usage if leakage is found
The battery and its components must be recycled or disposed of properly
Keep the battery and other small components away from children
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3.1 OSD (On-Screen Display) menu
3.1.1Howtorecongure
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Splendid
Standard Mode
sRGB Mode
Scenery Mode
Theater Mode
Game Mode
Night View Mode
Reading Mode
Darkroom Mode
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1. Press the Central of 5-way button to display the OSD menu.
2. Move the key up and down to switch the options in the menu. When
you move from one icon to another, the option name is highlighted.
3. To select a highlighted item from the menu, move the key towards
right or press the central key.
4. Move the key up and down to select the desired parameters.
5. Move the key towards right or press the central button to enter the
slide bar, and then use the Up or Down keys (depending on the
indicators in the menu) to make changes.
6. Move the key towards left to return to the previous menu.
•:Get power from source when this icon is shown
•:Battery power
•:Battery is being charged
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3.1.2 OSD Function Introduction
1. Splendid
This function contains eight sub-functions that you can select for your
preference.
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Splendid
Standard Mode
sRGB Mode
Scenery Mode
Theater Mode
Game Mode
Night View Mode
Reading Mode
Darkroom Mode
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• Standard Mode: This is the best choice for document editing with
SPLENDID™ Video Intelligence Technology.
• sRGB Mode: This is the best choice for viewing photos and graphics
from PCs.
• Scenery Mode: This is the best choice for scenery photo displaying with
SPLENDID™ Video Intelligence Technology.
• Theater Mode: This is the best choice for movie watching with
SPLENDID™ Video Intelligence Technology.
• Game Mode: This is the best choice for game playing with SPLENDID™
Video Intelligence Technology.
• Night View Mode: This is the best choice for playing dark-scene game
or watching dark-scene movie with SPLENDID™ Video Intelligence
Technology.
• Reading Mode : This is the best choice for book reading.
• Darkroom Mode : This is the best choice for a weak ambient light
environmen.
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•In the Standard Mode, the Saturation, SkinTone, Sharpness, and ASCR
functions are not user-configurable.
•In the sRGB, the Saturation, Color Temp., SkinTone, Sharpness, Brightness,
Contrast and ASCR functions are not user-configurable.
•In the Reading Mode, the Saturation, SkinTone, Sharpness, ASCR, contrast,
and Color Temp functions are not user-configurable.
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2. Blue Light Filter
Adjust the energy level of blue light emitted from LED backlight.
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Blue Light Filter
Level 0
Level 1
Level 2
Level 3
Level 4
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• Level 0: No change.
• Level 1~4: The higher the level,the more blue light will be reduced.
•When Blue Light Filter is activated,the default settings of Standard Mode will
be automatically imported.
•Between Level 1 to Level 3, the Brightness function is user-configurable.
•Level 4 is optimized setting. It is compliance with TUV Low Blue Light
Certification. The Brightness function is not user-configurable.
Please refer to the following to alleviate eye strains:
•Users should take some time away from the display if working for long hours.
It is advised to take short breaks (at least 5 mins) after around 1 hour of
continuous working at the computer. Taking short and frequent breaks is more
effective than a single longer break.
•To minimize eye strain and dryness in your eyes, users should rest the eye
periodically by focusing on objects that are far away.
•Eye exercises can help to reduces eye strain. Repeat these exercises often. If
eye strain continues please consult a physician. Eye exercises: (1) Repeating
look up and down (2) Slowly roll your eyes (3) Move your eyes diagonal.
•High energy blue light may lead to eye strain and AMD (Age-Related Macular
Degeneration). Blue light Filter to reduce 70% (max.) harmful blue light to
avoiding CVS (Computer Vision Syndrome).
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3. Color
Select the image color you like from this function.
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Color
Brightness
Contrast
Saturation
Color Temp.
Skin Tone
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• 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 User Mode.
• Skin Tone: Contains three color modes including Reddish, Natural, and
Yellowish.
•In the User Mode, colors of R (Red), G (Green), and B (Blue) are user-
configurable; the adjusting range is from 0 ~ 100.
4. Image
You can adjust the image Sharpness, Trace Free, Aspect Control,
VividPixel and ASCR from this main function.
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Image
Sharpness
Trace Free
Aspec t Con tro l
Vi vid Pi xel
ASCR
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• Sharpness: Adjusts the picture sharpness. The adjusting range is from
0 to 100.
• Trace Free: Speeds up the response time by Over Drive technology. The
adjusting range is from lower 0 to faster 100.
• Aspect Control: Adjusts the aspect ratio to “Full”, “4:3”.
• VividPixel: ASUS Exclusive Technology that brings lifelike visuals for
crystal-clear and detail-oriented enjoyment. The adjusting range is from
0 to 100.
• ASCR: Select ON or OFF to enable or disable dynamic contrast ratio
function.
•4:3 is only available when input resolution H:V < 16:9.
5. Input Select
Select the input source from HDMI or Type-C input signal.
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Input Select
HDMI
Type-C
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6. System Setup
Adjusts the system configuration.
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System Setup
Splendid Demo Mode
Auto Rotation
ECO Mode
Volume
Input Device Pop-up
Input Device
GamePlus
QuickFit
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System Setup
OSD Setup
Language
Key Lock
Information
Power Key Lock
All Reset
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• Splendid Demo Mode: Activate the demo mode for the Splendid
function.
• Auto Rotation: To enable/disable rotate image automatically.Please be
noted that Auto rotation function is only working under Windows OS by
installing DisplayWidget software.
• ECO Mode: Activate this ecology mode for power saving. When the
battery power is under 20%, ZenScreen system will start to communicate
with NB/PC to do brightness adjustment to make the overall using time
longer. (This mode is designed for NB/PC ONLY due to most of mobile
phones don’t provide power to other sources).
* Please select “Charging from NB/PC” before turning on ECO mode.
* ECO Mode is only available under Type C input, it’s disabled under HDMI input.
• Volume: Adjusts the output volume level.
Chapter 3: General Instruction
• Input Device Pop-up : To enable/disable Input Device & Power Supply
from PC pop-up questions WHENEVER in connection.
• Input Device :
Select “Phone” if connect to mobile phone ( Power supply function is not
provided under “Phone” due to common mobile devices cannot provide
enough power output ). Select “NB/PC” if connect to NB/PC and then
select “Charging From NB/PC” with charging function. This function
allows you to sustain the working time for longer.In PC sub-function, you
can disable power supply function by selecting “No Charging From NB/
PC”
* No Charging here means getting power under 100mA, and this does not affect the battery life/usage of host
devices connected.
* ZenScreen battery could still be consumed after choosing Charging From NB/PC or turning on ECO mode
due to some of NB/PC have limited power output.
• GamePlus: The GamePlus Function provides a toolkit and creates a
better gaming environment for users when playing different types of
games. Particularly, Crosshair function is specially designed for new
gamers or beginners interested in First Person Shooter (FPS) games. To
active GamePlus:
• Press GamePlus Button to enter the GamePlus main menu.
• Activate Crosshair, Timer, FPS Counter or Display Alignment
function.
• Move the button up/down to select and press to confirm the
function needed. Press to go off, and exit.
• Crosshair/Timer/FPS Counter is movable by moving 5-way key.
GamePlus main menuGamePlus-Crosshair
(Practice Mode)
GamePlus-Timer
• QuickFit: See page 1-4 for details.
• OSD Setup: Adjusts the OSD Timeout, DDC/CI, and Transparency of
• Key Lock: Pushing the 5-way button to the left for more than 5 seconds
to disable key locking.
• Information:Displays the monitor information.
• Power Key Lock: To disable / enable power key.
• All Reset: Selects “Yes” to revert all settings to the factory default mode.
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7. Shortcut
Selecting this option allows you to set shortcut key.
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Shortcut
Shortcut
Shortcut
Shortcut
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• Shortcut : User can select from “Blue Light Filter” “Splendid”,
“Brightness”, “Contrast”, “Auto Rotation”, “ECO Mode”, “Input
Select”, “Volume”, “Input Device” and set as shortcut key.
8. MyFavorite
Load/Save all settings on the monitor.
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MyFavorite
Setting 1
Setting 2
Setting 3
Setting 4
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3.2Specications
ModelMB16AHP
Panel Size15.6” (16:9, 39.62cm) wide screen
Resolution1920 x 1080
Brightness (Typ.)250 nites
Contrast (Typ.)700:1
Display Colors262 K
Digital Input
ColorsDark Gray
Power Consumption≦ 9 W
Operating Temp.5°C ~ 35°C
Operating Humidity20-90% RH
Speaker
Phys. Dimension (WxHxD)359.66 x 227.39 x 9 mm
Box Dimension (WxHxD)485 x 305 x 76 mm
Net Weight (Esti.)0.86 kg
Gross Weight (Esti.)3.1 kg
Regulation Approvals
Voltage Rating
Adapter
DisplayPort™ Alt Mode for USB Type-C™
HDMI via Micro HDMI
1W x 2
UL/cUL, CB, CE, CCC, KCC, FCC, BSMI, EAC(CU),
RCM, VCCI, J-Moss, UkrSEPRO, RoHS, WEEE,
Windows 7 & 8.1 & 10 WHQL, Blue light filter, Flicker
free,BIS
5 - 9V , 2.0A
QC3.0 charging spec is supported
ASUS/AD2068M20
100-240V~50/60Hz 0.5A
5V,2A(Normal model)
OR 9V, 2A(Quick charge model)
*Specifications are subject to change without notice.
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Chapter 3: General Instruction
3.3 Troubleshooting (FAQ)
ProblemPossible Solution
Power LED is not ON
The power LED lights blue
and there is no screen image
Screen image is too light or
dark
Screen image bounces or a
wave pattern is present in the
image
Screen image has color
defects (white does not look
white)
The monitor automatically
turns off
The signal source is shown in
power supply mode
• Press the button to check if the monitor is
in the ON mode.
• Check if the Type-C and HDMI port connected
to source of signal.
• Check if the signal source is ON.
• Connect to the ASUS adapter and check if the
battery is low; if so, charge the battery before
using it.
• Check if the monitor and the computer are in
the ON mode.
• Make sure the USB Type-C and HDMI cable
is properly connected between the Portable
USB Monitor and the computer.
• Inspect the signal cable and make sure none
of the pins are bent.
• Connect the computer with another available
monitor to check if the computer is properly
working.
• Adjust the Brightness settings via the button.
• Make sure the USB Type-C and HDMI cable
is properly connected between the Portable
USB Monitor and the computer.
• Move electrical devices that may cause
electrical interference.
• Inspect the USB Type-C and HDMI cable
and make sure that none of the pins are
bent.
• The monitor automatically turns off when the
battery power is zero. Please connect to the
ASUS adapter and check if the battery is low;
if so, charge the battery before using it.
• Please check if the source of signal went
into sleep mode. The monitor automatically
turns off after the signal source slept for
more than 15 seconds to save power
consumption.
• The monitor will get a small amount of
electricity from the signal source. This is
normal.
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When there’s no signal or
power charging input, but
LED light keep showing in
green
• Please press both on/off button and menu key
together for few seconds to allow the system
to reset