Asus PB248 Series User manual
PB248 Series
LCD Monitor
User Guide
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Contents
1.3.1 Frontview....................................................................... 1-2
1.3.2 Backview........................................................................ 1-3
1.3.3 QuickFitFunction............................................................ 1-4
3.1.1 Howtorecongure.......................................................... 3-1
3.1.2 OSDfunctionintroduction............................................... 3-1
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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 into 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.
The use of shielded cables for connection of the monitor to the graphics card is
required to assure compliance with FCC regulations. Changes or modications
to this unit not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could
void the user’s authority to operate this equipment.
As an Energy Star® Partner, our company has determined that this
product meets the Energy Star® guidelines for energy efciency.
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.
This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian
Interference - Causing Equipment Regulations.
Cet appareil numérique de la classe B respecte toutes les exigences du
Réglement sur le matériel brouiller du Canada.
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Safety information
• Beforesettingup themonitor,carefully readallthedocumentation thatcame
withthepackage.
• Topreventreorshockhazard,neverexposethemonitortorainormoisture.
• Nevertrytoopenthemonitorcabinet.Thedangeroushighvoltagesinsidethe
monitormayresultinseriousphysicalinjury.
• Ifthepowersupplyisbroken,donottrytoxitbyyourself.Contactaqualied
servicetechnicianoryourretailer.
• Beforeusingtheproduct,makesureallcablesarecorrectlyconnectedandthe
powercablesarenotdamaged.Ifyoudetectanydamage,contactyourdealer
immediately.
• Slotsandopeningsonthebackortopofthecabinetareprovidedfor
ventilation.Donotblocktheseslots.Neverplacethisproductnearorovera
radiatororheatsourceunlessproperventilationisprovided.
• Themonitorshouldbeoperatedonlyfromthetypeofpowersourceindicated
on the label. If you are not sure of the type of power supply to your home,
consultyourdealerorlocalpowercompany.
• Usetheappropriatepowerplugwhichcomplieswithyourlocalpowerstandard.
• Donotoverloadpowerstripsandextentioncords.Overloadingcanresultinre
orelectricshock.
• Avoiddust,humidity,andtemperatureextremes.Donotplacethemonitorin
anyareawhereitmaybecomewet.Placethemonitoronastablesurface.
• Unplugtheunitduringalightningstormorifitwillnotbeusedforalongperiod
oftime.Thiswillprotectthemonitorfromdamageduetopowersurges.
• Neverpushobjects orspillliquidofanykindintotheslotsonthemonitor
cabinet.
• To ensure satisfactory operation, use the monitor only with UL listed
computers which have appropriate configured receptacles marked between
100-240VAC.
• Ifyouencountertechnical problems withthemonitor,contactaqualified
servicetechnicianoryourretailer.
• Adjustment of the volume control as well as the equalizer to other settings
thanthecenterpositionmayincreasetheear-/headphonesoutputvoltageand
thereforethesoundpressurelevel.
Thissymbolofthecrossedoutwheeledbinindicatesthattheproduct(electrical,
electronic equipment, and mercury-containing button cell battery) should not
be placed in municipal waste. Please check local regulations for disposal of
electronicproducts.
AEEE yönetmeliğine uygundur
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Care & Cleaning
• Beforeyoulift orrepositionyourmonitor, it isbettertodisconnect thecables
andpowercord.Followthecorrectliftingtechniqueswhen positioningthe
monitor.When liftingorcarrying themonitor,grasp theedgesofthemonitor.
Donotliftthedisplaybythestandorthecord.
• Cleaning.Turnyourmonitoroffandunplugthepowercord.Cleanthemonitor
surface with a lint-free, non-abrasive cloth. Stubborn stains may be removed
withaclothdampenedwithmildcleaner.
• Avoidusing a cleaner containing alcohol oracetone.Useacleaner intended
forusewiththemonitor.Neverspraycleanerdirectlyonthescreen,asitmay
dripinsidethemonitorandcauseanelectricshock.
The following symptoms are normal with the monitor:
• Thescreenmayickerduringtheinitialuseduetothenatureoftheuorescent
light. Turnoff the Power Switch and turn it on again to make sure that the
ickerdisappears.
• Youmayfindslightlyunevenbrightnessonthescreendependingonthe
desktoppatternyouuse.
• When the same image is displayed for hours, an afterimage of the previous
screenmayremainafterswitchingtheimage.Thescreenwillrecoverslowlyor
youcanturnoffthePowerSwitchforhours.
• Whenthescreenbecomesblackorashes,orcannotworkanymore,contact
yourdealerorservicecentertoxit.Donotrepairthescreenbyyourself!
Conventions used in this guide
WARNING:Informationtopreventinjurytoyourselfwhentryingto
completeatask.
CAUTION:Informationtopreventdamagetothecomponentswhentrying
tocompleteatask.
IMPORTANT:InformationthatyouMUSTfollowtocompleteatask.
NOTE:Tipsandadditionalinformationtoaidincompletingatask.
Where to nd more information
Refertothefollowingsourcesfor additional informationand forproductand
softwareupdates.
1. ASUS websites
The ASUS websites worldwide provide updated information on ASUS
hardwareandsoftwareproducts.Refertohttp://www.asus.com
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.
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1-1ASUS PB248 Series LCD Monitor
1.1 Welcome!
Thank you for purchasing the ASUS®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 monitor brings to you!
1.2 Package contents
Check your package for the following items:
LCD monitor
Quick start guide
Warranty card
Power cord
VGA cable
DVI cable
DisplayPort cable
USB 3.0 cable
Audio cable
Cable tie
If any of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer
immediately.
1-2 Chapter 1: Product introduction
1.3 Monitor introduction
1.3.1 Front view
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1. QuickFit button:
Activates the QuickFit function designed for alignment.•
The QuickFit function contains 7 pages of common grid patterns and paper•
and photo sizes. (Please refer to 1.3.3 QuickFit Function).
Enacts the selected OSD menu item.•
Increases/Decreases values or moves your selection up/down/left/right.•
MENU button:2.
Turns on the OSD menu.•
Exits the OSD menu or goes back to the previous menu when the OSD•
menu is active.
Exits the QuickFit patterns.•
The OSD menu is not available when the QuickFit function is in use.
Shortcut3.
Default: Brightness hotkey•
1-3ASUS PB248 Series LCD Monitor
To change the hotkey function, go to the Shortcut > Shortcut 1 menu.•
Shortcut4.
Default: Contrast hotkey•
To change the hotkey function, go to the Shortcut > Shortcut 2 menu.•
5. button:
Selects a desired preset mode.•
Automatically adjusts the image to its optimized position, clock, and phase•
by pressing this button for 2-4 seconds (for VGA mode only).
6. button:
Selects an available input source.•
Press button (Input Select button) to display HDMI/DisplayPort
signals after you connect HDMI/DisplayPort cable with the monitor.
7. Power button/power indicator
Turns the monitor on/off.•
The color definition of the power indicator is as the below table.•
Status Description
White On
Orange Standby mode
Off Off
1.3.2 Back view
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Rear connectors
Power switch1. . Press the switch to turn on/off power.
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AC-IN port2. . This port connects the power cord.
DisplayPort3. . This port is for connection for a DisplayPort compatible device.
HDMI port4. . This port is for connection with an HDMI compatible device.
DVI port5. . This 24-pin port is for PC (Personal Computer) DVI-D digital signal
connection.
VGA port6. . This 15-pin port is for PC VGA connection.
Audio-in port.7. This port connects PC audio source by the bundled audio
cable.
Earphone jack8. .
USB 3.0 upstream port9. . This port is for connection with a USB upstream cable.
The connection enables the USB ports on the monitor.
Kensington lock slot10. .
USB 3.0 downstream ports11. . These ports are for connection with USB devices,
such as USB keyboard/mouse, USB flash drive, etc.
1.3.3 QuickFit Function
The QuickFit function contains three kinds of patterns: (1) Grid patterns (2) Paper
size (3) Photo size. To activate the patterns, press the QuickFit button. Press the
button again until a desired pattern is selected. You can move the button up/down/
left/right to change the pattern’s position if needed. Note that all the patterns can
be moved left/right accroding to your need, but may have limited range for moving
up/down.
Grid patterns1.
The grid patterns facilitate designers and users to organize content and layout on a
page and achieve a consistent look and feel.
Alignment Grid
Paper size2.
QuickFit provides numerous commonly used standard paper sizes for users to view
their documents in real size on the screen.
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