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.
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. Energy Saving on Monitor ASUS monitor supports energy saving mode. If the monitor does not detect the Horizontal sync signal and/or Vertical sync signal, it will enter energy saving (standby) mode.
When the monitor enters energy saving (standby) mode, the screen will display blank and the backlight will be turned off, and the Power LED will light “amber”. For the indication of Energy Saving (standby) mode, please refer to your user guide. 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.
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.
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 VH168 Series LCD monitor! 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 VH168 Series brings you! Package contents Check your VH168 Series LCD package for the following items: LCD monitor...
Assembling the monitor base To assemble the monitor base: Have the front of the monitor face down on a table. Insert the stand to the monitor which shows as below picture. 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 for you. We recommend that you cover the table surface with soft cloth to prevent damage to the monitor. ASUS LCD Monitor VH168 Series...
Monitor introduction 1.4.1 Front of the LCD monitor Button: • 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 function. • This is also a hotkey for Contrast adjustment. MENU Button: • Press this button to enter/select the icon (function) highlighted while the OSD menu is activated. Button: •...
Power Button/Power Indicator: • Press this button to turn the monitor on/off. • The color definition of the power indicator is as the table below. Status Description Blue Amber Standby mode 1.4.2 Rear of the LCD monitor Screw holes for VESA Wall Mount AC-IN port VGA port ASUS LCD Monitor VH168 Series...
Detaching the arm/stand (for VESA wall mount) The detachable stand of the VH168 Series LCD monitor is specially designed for VESA wall mount. To detach the arm/stand: Have the front of the monitor face down on a table. Press the plastic release button on the rear of the monitor shows as below picture. Detach the stand from 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 ~ 20 ASUS LCD Monitor VH168 Series...
OSD (On-Screen Display) menu 3.1.1 How to reconfigure VH168 Splendid Scenery Mode Color Standard Mode Image Theater Mode Input Select Game Mode System Setup Night View Mode sRGB Move Menu Exit 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 ...
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Color Temp. User Mode System Setup Skin Tone Natural Smart View Move Menu Exit • Brightness: The adjusting range is from 0 to 100. The button is also a hotkey to activate this function. • Contrast: The adjusting range is from 0 to 100. • Saturation: The adjusting range is from 0 to 100. • Color Temp.: Contain three preset color modes (Cool, Normal, Warm) and one User Mode. • Skin Tone: Contain three color modes including Reddish, Natural, and Yellowish. • Smart View: The versatile viewing positions with Smart View Technology. In the User Mode, colors of R (Red), G (Green), and B (Blue) are userconfigurable; the adjusting range is from 0 ~ 100. ASUS LCD Monitor VH168 Series...
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Image You can adjust the image Sharpness, Aspect Control, ASCR, Position (VGA only), and Focus (VGA only) from this main function. VH168 Splendid Sharpness Aspect Control Full Color Image ASCR Input Select Position System Setup Focus Move Menu Exit • Sharpness: Adjust the picture sharpness. The adjusting range is from 0 to 100. • Aspect Control: Adjust the aspect ratio to “Full”, “4:3”, or “Over Scan”. • ASCR: Select ON or OFF to enable or disable dynamic contrast ratio function. • Position: Adjust the horizontal position (H-Position) and the vertical position (V-Position) of the image. The adjusting range is from 0 to 100. • Focus: Reduce Horizonal-line noise and Vertical-line noise of the image by adjusting (Phase) and (Clock) separately. The adjusting range is from 0 to 100. •...
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ECO Mode Image OSD Setup Input Select Language English System Setup Information All Reset Move Menu Exit • Splendid Demo Mode: Activate the demo mode for the Splendid function. • ECO Mode: Power-saving mode. • OSD Setup: Adjust the horizontal position (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 eleven languages for your selection,including English, German, Italian, French, Dutch, Spanish, Russian,Traditional Chinese, Simplified Chinese, Japanese, and Korean. • Information: Display the monitor information. • All Reset: Select “Yes” to revert all settings to the factory default mode. ASUS LCD Monitor VH168 Series...
Screen image bounces or a wave • Make sure the signal cable is properly connected to pattern is present in the image the monitor and the computer. • Move electrical devices that may cause electrical interference. Screen image has color defects • Inspect the signal cable and make sure that none of (white does not look white) the pins are bent. • Perform All Reset via OSD. • Adjust the R/G/B color settings or select the Color Temperature via OSD. Screen image is blurry or fuzzy • Press the button for 2~4 seconds to automatically adjust the image. • Adjust the Phase and Clock settings via OSD. ASUS LCD Monitor VH168 Series...
Supported Timing List VESAModes,Factory Preset Timings Mode Format InputAs- Resolution Total H(KHz) V(Hz) Pixel(MHz) pectRatio 640x480,60Hz 800 x 525 31.470, N 59.94, N 25.175 SVGA 800x600,60Hz 1056x628 37.879, P 60.317, P 40 1024x768,60Hz 1344x806 48.363, N 60.004, N 65 WXGA+ DMT 16:9 1360x768,60Hz 1792x795 47.712, P 60.015, P 85.5 Mode...