ASUS VP228HE Full HD LCD Monitor User Guide

ASUS VP228HE Full HD LCD Monitor

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 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 the 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. Made in China

Safety information

• Before setting up the monitor, carefully read all the documentation that came with the package.
• To prevent fire or shock hazards, 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 extension 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 astable 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.
• The socket outlet shall be installed near the equipment and shall be easily accessible
• If you encounter technical problems with the monitor, contact a qualified servicer.
• Provide an earthing connection before the mains plug is connected to the mains. And, when disconnecting the earthing connection, be sure to disconnect after pulling out the mains plug from the mains.

WARNING

Usage of other than the specified head- or earphones can result in hearing loss due to excessive sound pressure.

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 a mild cleaner.
• Avoid using a cleaner containing alcohol or acetone. Use a cleaner intended for use with the LCD. Never spray the 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.

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 hardware and software products. Refer to http://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.

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 you!

Package contents

Check your package for the following items:

• LCD Monitor
• Monitor Base
• Quick Start Guide
• Warranty Card
• 1x Power Cord
• 1x Audio Cable (option)
• 1x HDMI Cable (option)
• 1x VGA Cable
• 1x DVI-HDMI Cable (option)
• 1x DVI Cable (option)

If any of the above items are damaged or missing, contact your retailer immediately.

Assembling the monitor

To assemble the monitor:

1. Place the display flat on a cloth on the table, Then attach the base to the arm and fix it with the screw to join them tightly. You can easily tighten the screw with your fingers.
2. Adjust the monitor to the angle that is most comfortable for you.

Connect cables

The rear of the LCD monitor

1. AC-IN Port
2. HDMI Port
3. DVI Port
4. VGA Port
5. Audio – in Port
6. Kensington Lock

Monitor introduction

Using the Controls button

Use the control button on the back of the monitor to adjust the image settings.

VP228H/VP228HE

VP228T/VP228TE/VP228N/VP228NE/VP228DE

• Power Indicator:
  • The color definition of the power indicator is as the below table.
    Status| Description
    ---|---
    White| ON
    Amber| Standby mode
    OFF| OFF
• Power Button:
  • Press this button to turn the monitor on/off.

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

The detachable stand of this monitor is specially designed for VESA wall mount.

To detach the arm/stand

1. Disconnect power and signal cables. Carefully put the front of the monitor face down on a clean table.
2. Use your fingers to loosen the screw located at the bottom of the base, and remove the base from the stand. And then remove the hinge cover from the monitor body by using your fingers.
3. Use a screwdriver to remove the two screws on the arm (Figure 1), and then detach the arm/stand from the monitor.

• We recommend that you cover the table surface with a soft cloth to prevent damage to the monitor.
• Hold the stand of the monitor while removing the screws.
• The VESA wall mount kit ( 100 x 100 mm) is purchased separately.
• Use only the UL Listed Wall Mount Bracket with a minimum weight/load of 12 kg (Screw size: M4 x 10 mm).

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 +20˚ to -5˚

It is normal that the monitor slightly shakes while you adjust the viewing angle.

OSD (On-Screen Display) menu

How to reconfigure

1. Press the MENU button to activate the OSD
2. Press the DOWN and UP buttons to toggle between options in the Menu. As you move from one icon to another, the option name is highlighted.
3. To select the highlighted item on the menu press the
4. Press the DOWN and UP buttons to select the desired parameter.
5. Press the OK button to enter the slide bar and then use the q or buttons, according to the indicators on the menu, to make your changes.
6. Select ENTER to return to the previous menu or OK to accept and return to the previous menu.

OSD Function Introduction

Splendid

This function contains eight sub-functions that 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: This is the best choice for scenery photo displaying with SPLENDID™ Video Intelligence Technology.
• Standard Mode: This is the best choice for document editing 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 a dark-scene game or watching a dark-scene movie with SPLENDID™ Video Intelligence Technology.
• sRGB Mode: This is the best choice for viewing photos and graphics from PCs.
• Reading Mode: This is the best choice for book reading.
• Darkroom Mode: This is the best choice for a weak ambient light environmen.

1. In the Standard Mode, the Saturation, skin tone, Sharpness, and ASCR functions are not user-configurable.
2. In the sRGB, the Saturation, Color Temp., skin tone, Sharpness, Brightness, Contrast, and ASCR functions are not user-configurable.
3. In the Reading Mode, the Saturation, SkinTone, Sharpness, ASCR, contrast, and Color Temp functions are not user-configurable.

Blue Light Filter

Adjust the energy level of blue light emitted from the LED backlight.

• 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 an optimized setting. It is in compliance with TUV Low Blue Light Certification. The Brightness function is not user-configurable.

Color

Select the image color you like from this function.

• 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.
• Smart View: The versatile viewing positions with Smart View Technology.

In the User Mode, colors of R (Red), G (Green), and B (Blue) are user configurable; the adjusting range is from 0 ~ to 100.

Image

You can adjust the image Sharpness, Trace Free(only VP228H/ VP228HE/VP228T/VP228TE/VP228N/VP228NE), Aspect Control, VividPixel, ASCR, Position (VGA only), Focus (VGA only), and Auto Adjust (VGA only), from this main function.

• Sharpness: Adjusts the picture’s 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”, and “Overscan(only VP228H/VP228HE)”.
• 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 the dynamic contrast ratio function.
• Position: Adjusts the horizontal position (H-Position) and the vertical position (V-Position) of the image. The adjusting range is from 0 to 100 (Only available for VGA input).
• Focus: Reduces Horizontal-line noise and Vertical-line noise of the image by adjusting (Phase) and (Clock) separately. The adjusting range is from 0 to 100 (Only available for VGA input).
• Auto Adjust.: Automatically adjust the image to its optimized position, clock, and phase. (Only available for VGA input.)

1. 4:3 is only available when the input source is in 4:3 format。OverScan is only available for the HDMI input source
2. Phase adjusts the phase of the pixel clock signal. With a wrong phase adjustment, the screen shows horizontal disturbances.
3. The 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.

Input Select

Select the input source from VGA, DVI (only VP228H/VP228T/ VP228TE/VP228N/VP228NE), HDMI(VP228H/VP228HE) input signal.

System Setup

Adjusts the system configuration.

• Splendid Demo Mode: Activate the demo mode for the Splendid function.
• Volume: Adjusts the output volume level.(only VP228H/VP228HE/ VP228T/VP228TE)
• GamePlus: The GamePlus Function provides a toolkit and creates a better gaming environment for users when playing different types of games. Particularly, the Aimpoint function is specially designed for new gamers or beginners interested in First Person Shooter (FPS) games.

To active GamePlus:

• Select ON to enter the GamePlus main menu.
• Press LEFT and RIGHT to select between Crosshair and Timer functions.
• Press CANCEL to confirm the function you choose. Press to go back. Press ENTER to go off, and exit.

QuickFit: Contains three patterns: (1) Grid pattern, and (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.
2. Photo size: Provides photographers and other users to accurately view and edit their photos in real size on the screen.

• ECO Mode: Activate the ecology mode for power saving.
• OSD Setup: Adjusts the OSD Timeout, DDC/CI, and Transparency of the OSD screen.
• Language: Select OSD language. The selections are: English, French, German, Spanish, Italian, Dutch, Russian, Poland, Czech, Croatia, Hungary, Romania, Portugal, Turkey, Simplified Chinese, Traditional Chinese, Japanese, Korean, Persian, Thai, and Indonesian.
• Key Lock: Disable all key functions. Pressing the second button on the right for more than five seconds to disable the key lock function.
• More: Return to the next page of System Setting.
• Back: Return to the previous page of System Setting.
• Information: Displays the monitor information.
• Power Indicator: Turn the power LED indicator on/off.
• Power Key Lock: To disable/enable the power key
• All Reset: Selects “Yes” to revert all settings to the factory default mode.

Shortcut
Selecting this option allows you to set two shortcut keys.

• Shortcut 1: The user can select from “Blue Light Filter” “Splendid”, “Brightness”, “Auto Adjust(only VP228H/VP228HE)”, “Contrast”, or “Color Temp.”, “Volume(only VP228H/VP228HE/VP228T/ VP228TE)”, “GamePlus”, and set as a shortcut key. The default setting is Brightness.
• Shortcut 2: The user can select from “Blue Light Filter” “Splendid”, “Brightness”, “Auto Adjust(only VP228H/VP228HE)”, “Contrast”, “Color Temp.”, “Volume(only VP228H/VP228HE/VP228T/ VP228TE)”, “GamePlus”, and set as a shortcut key. The default setting is Blue Light Filter.

Specifications

Phys. Dimension without stand (WxHxD)

(For VESA Wall Mount)

| ****

513mm x 309mm x 52.1mm

Box Dimension (WxHxD)| 565x440x123 mm
Net Weight (Esti.)| 3.5 kg
Gross Weight (Esti.)| 5.3 kg
Voltage Rating| AC 100~240V(Built-in)
Model| VP228TE| VP228NE| VP228DE
---|---|---|---
Panel Size| 21.5”W (54.6 cm)
Max. Resolution| 1920×1080
Brightness (Typ.)| 200cd/m2
Intrinsic Contrast Ratio (Typ.)| 600:1
Viewing Angle (CR>10)| 90°(H) /65°(V)
Display Colors| 16.7 M(6bit+FRC)
Response Time| 1ms| 5ms
Satellite Speaker| 1.5W x 2

stereo

| NO
Sound from HDMI| NO
HDMI input| NO
DVI input| Yes| NO
D-Sub input| Yes
Audio Line-in| Yes| NO
Power ON Consumption| < 16 W
Note| Based on Energy Star 7.0 standard
Chassis Colors| Black
Power saving mode| < 0.5W
Power off mode| < 0.5W
Tilt| -5° ~ +20°
VESA Wall Mounting| Yes (100mm x 100mm)
Phys. Dimension with stand (WxHxD)| 513mm x 373mm x 199.4mm
Phys. Dimension without stand (WxHxD)

(For VESA Wall Mount)

| ****

513mm x 309mm x 52.1mm

Box Dimension (WxHxD)| 565x440x123 mm
Net Weight (Esti.)| 3.5 kg
Gross Weight (Esti.)| 5.3 kg
Voltage Rating| AC 100~240V(Built-in)
Model| VP228HE
---|---
Panel Size| 21.5”W (54.6 cm)
Max. Resolution| 1920×1080
Brightness (Typ.)| 200cd/m2
Intrinsic Contrast Ratio (Typ.)| 600:1
Viewing Angle (CR>10)| 90°(H) /65°(V)
Display Colors| 16.7 M(6bit+FRC)
Response Time| 1ms
Satellite Speaker| 1.5W x 2 stereo
Sound from HDMI| Yes
HDMI input| Yes
DVI input| NO
D-Sub input| Yes
Audio Line-in| Yes
Power ON Consumption| < 16 W
Note| Based on Energy Star 7.0 standard
Chassis Colors| Black
Power saving mode| < 0.5W
Power off mode| < 0.5W
Tilt| -5° ~ +20°
VESA Wall Mounting| Yes (100mm x 100mm)
Phys. Dimension with stand (WxHxD)| 513mm x 373mm x 199.4mm
Phys. Dimension without stand (WxHxD)

(For VESA Wall Mount)

| ****

513mm x 309mm x 52.1mm

Box Dimension (WxHxD)| 565x440x123 mm
Net Weight (Esti.)| 3.5 kg
Gross Weight (Esti.)| 5.3 kg
Voltage Rating| AC 100~240V(Built-in)

Troubleshooting (FAQ)

the ON mode.

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

•     Check Power Indicator function in main menu OSD.

Select “ON” to turn on power LED.

The power LED lights amber and there is no screen image| •    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.

Screen image is too light or dark| •    Adjust the Contrast and Brightness settings via OSD.
Screen image bounces or a wave pattern is present in the image| •    Make sure the signal cable is properly connected to the monitor and the computer.

•     Move electrical devices that may cause electrical

interference.

Screen image has color defects (white does not look white)| •    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.

No sound or sound is low (only VP228H/VP228HE/VP228T/ VP228TE)| •    Make sure the audio cable is properly connected to the monitor.

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

•     Make sure the computer sound card driver is

properly installed and activated.

Supported Timing List

PC-Supported Primary Timing

IBM Modes, Factory Preset Timing

MAC Modes, Factory Preset Timing

VESA Modes, User Available Timing

SD/HD Timings (HDMI input only)

HDMI 1.3, CEA-861B Formats, SD/HD Supported Primary Timings of (HDMI input only)

HDMI 1.3, CEA-861B Formats, SD/HD Supported Optional Timings of (HDMI input only)

The 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.

FAQ’s

How do I alter the settings on my ASUS monitor?

You can change the resolution in the Control Panel under Appearance and Personalization, Display, Screen Resolution, then select Advanced settings to confirm screen frequency (Press Win+R to launch Run, type Control, and then click/tap OK).

Is an HDMI cable included with the ASUS VP228HE?

The HDMI cable is not included with the ASUS 21.5″ LED HD Monitor.

What is the VP228HE’s reaction time?

Fast Reaction Time of 1ms Ghosting and tracers are eliminated by the 1ms (GTG) rapid response time, resulting in more smooth video playback.

Is ASUS VP228HE a good gaming laptop?

This monitor received ratings of 4.0/5 for value for the money, 3.4/5 for brightness, 3.2/5 for visual quality, and 3.2/5 for gaming.

What is the ASUS monitor’s color temperature?

The color temperature, color gamma, and brightness are all already set to 6500K, 2.2, and 150nits respectively in Standard Mode. You can calibrate displays using customizable parameters in Advanced Mode, including the color gamut, which includes sRGB (Rec 709), Adobe RGB, DCI, BT2020, and XvYCC.

Are there speakers built into ASUS monitors?

27″ 16:9 Full HD 165Hz IPS Gaming Monitor with Built-In Speakers from ASUS (VG279Q1A).

Are speakers included with ASUS monitors?

For video conferencing and live streaming, ASUS business monitors have an integrated webcam, microphone array, and stereo speakers.

Are there two HDMI ports on ASUS monitors?

24″ gaming monitor from ASUS with two HDMI ports. The 24″ Sceptre E248W is a cost-effective dual HDMI monitor.

What display does Asus VP228HE have?

AUS VP228HE 21.5 “Twisted Nematic (TN) panel-based 16:9 LCD monitor has a 1920 x 1080 Full HD resolution and a quick 1 ms response time. For extra on-screen and display optimizing features, it also supports ASUS GamePlus and SplendidPlus technologies.

The VP228HE is what size?

21.5″ ASUS VP228HE Gaming Monitor “Low blue light, flicker-free, FHD (1920 x 1080), 1 ms. With a 100,000,000:1 high contrast ratio and ASUS-only SplendidPlus and VividPixel technologies, the VP228HE 21.5” Full HD monitor offers the best possible image and color quality.

Which monitor response time is better?

Black to white to black typically takes 10 milliseconds. However, LCD screens have response times that are less than 10ms, so that’s another point of comparison. Yet, the better the generation of images and motion, the faster the response time must be.

Which ASUS gaming mode is the best?

For power savings, you can change the GPU mode or end any applications that are currently using the GPU. We advise setting the GPU Mode to Ultimate in order to have the finest gaming experience.

Does ASUS have a blue light on its monitors?

The newest ASUS displays come equipped with exclusive Blue Light Filters and Flicker-Free technology to protect your eyes in the modern digital environment.

Are ASUS displays RGB capable?

Gaming monitors from the ROG Strix XG Series have ASUS Aura RGB lights on the back.

How should my ASUS monitor be cleaned?

Using a lint-free, non-abrasive cloth and a neutral cleaning solution, first remove any stubborn dirt. Next, carefully clean the remainder of the monitor.

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