ASUS VW198T, VW171S, VW193DR-A, VW193SR, VW193DR-C User Manual

Q3031 V4

July 2009

VW198/VW193/VW171 Series

LCD Monitor

User Guide

Table of contents

Notices ......................................................................................................... iii

Safety information ...................................................................................... iv

Care & Cleaning .......................................................................................... v

Chapter 1: Product introduction

1.1 Welcome! .................................................................................... 1-1

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 recongure .......................................................... 3-1

3.1.2 OSD Function Introduction .............................................. 3-1

3.2 Specications summary .............................................................. 3-4

3.3 Troubleshooting (FAQ) ................................................................ 3-5

3.4 Supported operating modes ....................................................... 3-6

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ii

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.

Th is equ ip ment ha s been te st ed and found to comply wi th the li mits 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 efciency.

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.

iii

Safety information

• Before setting up the monitor, carefully read all the documentation that came
with the package.

• To prevent re 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 x it by yourself. Contact a qualied

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.

• Sl ots a nd ope nings o n the ba ck or to p of th e cab inet ar e pro vi ded f or
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 re

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 congured receptacles marked between 100-240V AC.

• If you encounter technical problems with the monitor, contact a qualied service

technician or your retailer.

iv

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 icker during the initial use due to the nature of the uorescent

light. Turn off the Power Switch and turn it on again to make sure that the

icker 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 ashes, or cannot work anymore, contact
your dealer or service center to x it. Do not repair the screen by yourself!

Conventions used in this guide

WARNING: I nf or mation to p revent inju ry to yours el f when tr yi ng 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.

v

Where to nd 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 AS US
hardware and software products. Refer to

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.

http://www.asus.com

vi

1.1 Welcome!

User manual CD

Quick Start Guide

1 x Power cord

1 x VGA cable

If any of the abo ve ite ms is damaged o r mi ss ing, cont ac t yo ur retail er
immediately.

Thank you for purchasing the ASUS

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 VW198/VW193/VW171 Series brings you!

®

VW198/VW193/VW171 Series LCD monitor!

1.2 Package contents

Check your VW198/VW193/VW171 Series LCD package for the following items:

LCD monitor

Monitor base

1 x DVI cable (Only for some models)
1 x Audio cable (Only for some models)

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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.

2. 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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1-2 Chapter 1: Product introduction

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1.4 Monitor introduction

1.4.1 Front of the LCD monitor

4

5

1 2

3

1. 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 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.

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2. 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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5. Power button

• Press this button to turn the monitor on/off.

6. Power indicator

 • Thecolordenitionofthepowerindicatorisasthebelowtable.

Status Description

Blue ON
Amber Standby mode
OFF OFF

1.4.2 Rear of the LCD monitor

Screw holes for
VESA Wall Mount

Rear connectors

1

2

43

Rear connectors (from left to right)

1.

AC-IN port

cord.

2.

Audio-in port

cable.(Only for some models)

3.

DVI port

connection. (Only for some models)

4.

VGA port

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. This port connects the power connector from the bundled power

. This port connects PC audio source by the bundled audio

. This 24-pin port is for PC (Personal Computer) DVI-D digital signal

. This 15-pin port is for PC VGA connection.

2.1 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 -5º to 20º.

-5º~20º

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2.2 Detaching the arm/stand
(for VESA wall mount)

The detachable stand of the VW198/V193/VW171 Series LCD monitor is specially designed for

VESA wall mount.

To detach the arm/stand:

1. Remove the arm cover.

2. Have the front of the monitor face down on a table.

3. Use a screwdriver to remove the three screws on the stand of the monitor as
the below drawing shows.

4. Detach the arm from the monitor.

• We recommend that you cover the table surface with soft cloth to prevent
damage to the monitor.

• Hold the stand of the monitor when you remove the screws.

screws

The VESA wall mount kit (100 mm x 100 mm) is purchased separately.

2-2 Chapter 2: Setup

3.1 OSD (On-Screen Display) menu

3.1.1 Howtorecongure

1. Press the MENU button to activate
the OSD menu.

2. 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.

3. Press and to change the settings of the selected function.

4. To exit the OSD menu, press the button. Repeat step 2 and step 3 to
adjust any other function.

3.1.2 OSDFunctionIntroduction

1. Spendid

This function contains five

sub-functions you can select
for your preference. Each mode has the
Reset selection, allowing you to maintain
your setting or return to the preset mode.

•

SceneryMode

: best choice for scenery photo display with SPLENDID™

Video Enhancement.

•

StandardMode

: best choice for document editing with SPLENDID™

Video Enhancement.

•

TheaterMode

: best choice for movie with SPLENDID™ Video

Enhancement.

•

GameMode

: best choice for game playing with SPLENDID™ Video

Enhancement.

•

NightViewMode

: best choice for dark-scene game or movie with

SPLENDID™ Video Enhancement.

• In the Standard Mode, the
user-configurable.

• In the other modes, the

Satuation

sRGB

and

Sharpness

function is not user-configurable.

functions are not

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2. Image

You can adjust brightness, contrast,

sharpness, saturation,position (VGA
only), and focus (VGA only) from
this main function.

• 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.

• Sharpness: the adjusting range is from 0 to 100.

• Saturation: the adjusting range is from 0 to 100.

• Position: adjusts the horizontal postition (H-Position) and the vertical
position (V-Position) of the image. The adjusting range is from 0 to 100.

• 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.

• Phase adjusts the phase of the pixel clock signal. With a wrong phase
adjustment, the screen shows horizontal disturbances.

• Clock (pixel frequency) controls the number of pixels scanned by one
horizontal sweep. If the frequency is not correct, the screen shows vertical
stripes and the image is not proportional.

3. Color

Select the image color you like

from this function.

• Color Temp.: contains five color modes including Cool, Normal,
Warm, sRGB, 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 (Bluee) are user­configurable; the adjusting range is from 0-100.

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4. InputSelect

In this function, you can select

either VGA or DVI input source.
(Only for some models)

5. SystemSetup

Allow you to adjust the system.

• Volume: the adjusting range is from 0 to 100. is a hotkey to activate
this function.

• OSD Setup: adjusts the horizontal postition (H-Position) and
the vertical position (V-Position) of the OSD. The adjusting range is
from 0 to 100. In the OSD Timeout selection, you can adjust the
OSD timeout from 10 to 120.

• Language: there are ten languages for your selection,
including English, German, Italian, French, Dutch, Spanish, Russian,
Traditional Chinese, Simplified Chinese, Japanese, and Korean.

• Aspect Controls: adjusts the aspect ratio to “Full” or “4:3”.

• Information: shows the monitor information.

• Reset: “Yes” allows you to revert to the preset mode.

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3.2 Specications summary

*Specicationsaresubjecttochangewithoutnotice.

Model

Panel Size

Max. Resolution

Brightness (Typ.)

Contrast Ratio (Typ.)

Viewing Angle (H/V), CR≧10

Display Colors

Response Time

Analog input

Digital input

Speaker(Built-in)

Tilt

VESA wall mount

Physical Dimension (WxHxD)

Box Dimension (WxHxD)

Net Weight (Esti.)

Gross Weight (Esti.)

Voltage rating

VW198T/S/D VW193TR/DR/NR/SR VW171T/S/D

19"Wide 19"Wide 17"Wide

WSXGA+ 1680x1050 WXGA+ 1440x900 WXGA+ 1440x900

300 300 250

1000:1 600:1

160/160 160(170)/160 160/150

16.7M 16.7M 16.2M

5ms (Tr+Tf) 5ms (Tr+Tf) 8ms (Tr+Tf)

Yes Yes Yes

DVI(VW198T only) DVI(VW193TR/NR only) --

1W x 2 (VW198T and VW198S only)

+20° ~ -5° +20° ~ -5° +20° ~ -5°

100 x 100mm 100 x 100mm 100 x 100mm

444x364x210mm 444x364x210mm 408x341x210mm

513x425x155mm 513x425x155mm 469x412x150mm

4.3kg 4.3kg 3.3kg

5.8kg 5.8kg 5.3kg

AC: 100~240V

(Built-in)

1000:1

1W x 2 (VW193TR/VW193SR only)

AC: 100~240V

(Built-in)

1W x 2 (VW171S only)

AC: 100~240V

(Built-in)

3.3 Troubleshooting (FAQ)

Problem PossibleSolution

Power LED is not ON • Press the button to check if the monitor

The power LED lights amber and there is no
screen image

Screen image is too light or dark • Adjust the Contrast and Brightness settings

Screen image is not centered or sized
properly

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 • Press the button for two seconds to

No sound or sound is low • Ensure that the audio cable is properly

is in the ON mode.

• Check if the power cord is properly
connected to the monitor and the power
outlet.

• Check if the monitor and the computer are
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 the computer with another
available monitor to check if the computer
is properly working.

via OSD.

• Press the button for two seconds to
automatically adjust the image.

• Adjust the H-Position or V-Position settings
via OSD.

• Make sure the signal cable is properly
connected to the monitor and the computer.

• Move electrical devices that may cause
electrical interference.

• Inspect the signal cable and make sure that
none of the pins are bent.

• Perform Reset via OSD.

• Adjust the R/G/B color settings or select the
Color Temperature via OSD.

automatically adjust the image (for VGA
mode only).

• Adjust the Phase and Clock settings via
OSD.

connected to the monitor and the computer

• Adjust the volume settings of both your
monitor and computer.

• Ensure that the computer sound card driver
is properly installed and activated.

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3.4 VW198 Supported operating modes

q

y

q

y

V

Mode

VGA

SVGA

XGA

Mac

WXGA

SXGA

WXGA+

WSXGA

Resolution

Fre

uenc

640 x 480 31,469KHz 60Hz 25,175MHz

640 x 480 37,861KHz 72Hz 31,50MHz

640 x 480 37,50KHz 75Hz 31,50MHz

800 x 600 35,156KHz 56Hz 36,00MHz

800 x 600 37,879KHz 60Hz 40,00MHz

800 x 600 48,077KHz 72Hz 50,00MHz

800 x 600 46,875KHz 75Hz 49,50MHz

1024 x 768 48,363KHz 60Hz 65,00MHz

1024 x 768 56,476KHz 70Hz 75,00MHz

1024 x 768 57,70KHz 72Hz 78,40MHz

1024 x 768 60,023KHz 75Hz 78,75MHz

1152 x 864 67,5KHz 75Hz 108,00MHz

1280 x 960 60KHz 60Hz 108,00MHz

1280 x 800 49,702KHz 60Hz 83.5MHz

1280 x 800 62,795KHz 75Hz 106.5MHz

1280 x 1024 63,981KHz 60Hz 108,00MHz

1280 x 1024 74,4KHz 70Hz 124,9MHz

1280 x 1024 77,9KHz 72Hz 134,6MHz

1280 x 1024 79,976KHz 75Hz 135,00MHz

1440 x 900 55,935KHz 60Hz 106,5MHz

1440 x 900 70,635KHz 75Hz 136,75MHz

1680 x 1050 65,29KHZ 60Hz 146.25MHZ

Horizontal
Frequency

Vertical

Frequency Pixel

Modos IBM

Modo

Modos MAC

Modo

SVGA 832 x 624 49,725KHz 75Hz 57,2832MHz

Resolution

uenc

Fre

DOS

VGA 640 x 480 35KHz 67Hz 30,24MHz

640 x 350 31,469KHz 70Hz 25,175MHz

720 x 400 31,469KHz 70Hz 28,322MHz

Frecuencia de
Resolución

Horizontal
Frequency

Frecuencia
Horizontal

Vertical
Frequency

Frecuencia

ertical

Notes ：those modes are for VW198 series only.

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Pixel

Píxel

3.5 VW193/VW171 Supported operating modes

Mode Resolution

VGA

SVGA

XGA

Mac

SXGA

WXGA+

IBMmodes

Mode

DOS

Frequency

640 x 480 31.469KHz 60Hz 25.175MHz
640 x 480 37.861KHz 72Hz 31.50MHz
640 x 480
800 x 600 35.156KHz 56Hz 36.00MHz
800 x 600 37.879KHz 60Hz 40.00MHz
800 x 600 48.077KHz 72Hz 50.00MHz

800 x 600 46.875KHz 75Hz 49.50MHz
1024 x 768 48.363KHz 60Hz 65.00MHz
1024 x 768
1024 x 768 57.70KHz 72Hz 78.40MHz
1024 x 768 60.023KHz 75Hz 78.75MHz
1152 x 864 67.5KHz 75Hz 108.00MHz
1280 x 960 60KHz 60Hz 108.00MHz

1280 x 1024 63.981KHz 60Hz 108.00MHz
1280 x 1024 74.4KHz 70Hz 124.9MHz
1280 x 1024 77.9KHz 72Hz 134.6MHz
1280 x 1024 79.976KHz 75Hz 135.00MHz

1440 x 900 55.935KHz 60Hz 106.5MHz
1440 x 900 70.635KHz 75Hz 136.75MHz

Resolution
Frequency

640 x 350 31.469KHz 70Hz 25.175MHz

720 x 400 31.469KHz 70Hz 28.322MHz

Frequency

37.50KHz 75Hz

56.476KHz 70Hz

Horizontal
Frequency

Horizontal

Vertical

Frequency

Vertical

Frequency

Pixel

31.50MHz

75.00MHz

Pixel

MACmodes

Mode

VGA

SVGA

*Modesnotlistedintheabovetablesmaynotbesupported.Foroptimalresolution,werecommend
thatyouchooseamodelistedintheabovetables

Resolution

Frequency

640 x 480 35KHz 67Hz 30.24MHz

832 x 624 49.725KHz 75Hz 57.2832MHz

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Horizontal

Frequency

Vertical

Frequency

Pixel