VE258H/VE258Q Series

LED Monitor

Feb 2011

User Guide

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Table of contents

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

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

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

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

1.2 Package contents ......................................................................... 1-1

1.3 Assembling the monitor base ..................................................... 1-2

1.4 Connect cables ............................................................................. 1-2

1.5 Monitor introduction .................................................................... 1-3

1.5.1 Front of the LED monitor ................................................. 1-3

1.5.2 Rear of the LED monitor ................................................. 1-5

2.1 Detaching the arm/stand

(for VESA wall mount) ..............................................................2-1

2.2 Adjusting the monitor .................................................................. 2-2

3.1 OSD (On-Screen Display) menu ................................................. 3-1

3.1.1 How to reconfigure .......................................................... 3-1

3.1.2 OSD Function Introduction .............................................. 3-2

3.2 Specifications ............................................................................... 3-7

3.3 Troubleshooting (FAQ) ................................................................ 3-8

3.4 Supported Timing List ........................................................................3-9

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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 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 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.

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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.

• Use the appropriate power plug which complies with your local power standard.

• Do not overload power strips and extention 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 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 configured receptacles marked between 100-240V AC.

• If you encounter technical problems with the monitor, contact a qualified service technician or your retailer.

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 LED. 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.

• 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.

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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.

1.1 Welcome!

Thank you for purchasing the ASUS ® VE258H/VE258Q Series LED monitor!

The latest widescreen LED 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 VE258H/VE258Q Series brings you!

1.2 Package contents

Check your VE258H/VE258Q Series LED monitor package for the following items:

LED monitor

Monitor base

Quick start guide

Warranty card

1 x Power cord

1 x VGA cable

1 x DVI cable

1 x Audio cable

1 x DisplayPort cable (optional for VE258Q)

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

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1.3 Assembling the monitor base

To assemble the monitor base:

1. Attach the base to the arm and fix with the screw to join them tightly. You can easily tighten the screw by fingers.

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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Make sure to screw the base to the arm tightly.

1.4 Connect cables

To connect cables:

Connect the cables you need based on chapter 1.5.2, page1-5.

Chapter 1: Product Introduction

1.5 Monitor introduction

1.5.1 Front of the LED monitor

1 2 3 4 5 6

1.

2.

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 hot key 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 hot key for Volume adjustment.

3. MENU Button:

• Press this button to enter the OSD menu.

• Press this button to enter/select the icon (function) highlighted while the

OSD is activated.

4. Button:

• Press this button to increase the value of the function selected or move right/up to the next function.

• This is also a hot key for Brightness adjustment.

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5.

6.

Input Select Button:

• Use this hot key to switch from VGA, DVI, HDMI and DisplayPort input signal (only available for model VE258Q).

Press (Input Select button) to display HDMI signals after you connect HDMI cable with the monitor.

Power Button/Power Indicator:

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

• The color definition of the power indicator is as the below table.

Status

Blue

Amber

OFF

Description

ON

Standby mode

OFF

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1.5.2 Rear of the LED monitor

Screw Holes for VESA

Wall Mount

2 3 4 5 6

7

1

1 AC-IN port

2 DisplayPort (only available for model VE258Q)

3 HDMI-IN port

4 DVI port

5 VGA port

6 Audio Line-in port

7 Earphone-out port

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2.1 Detaching the arm/stand

(for VESA wall mount)

The detachable stand of the VE258H/VE258Q Series LED 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 a screwdriver to remove the two screws that secure the stand to the monitor.

3. Detach the stand 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 while removing the screws.

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

• Use only the UL Listed Wall Mount Bracket with minimum weight/load 16.4 kg (Screw size: 4 x 12 mm).

Chapter 2: Setup

2.2 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 while changing its angle.

• You can adjust the monitor’s angle from -5˚ to 20˚.

-5 ~ 20

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3.1 OSD (On-Screen Display) menu

3.1.1 How to reconfigure

VE258

Splendid

Color

Image

Sound

Input Select

System Setup

Scenery Mode

Standard Mode

Theater Mode

Game Mode

Night View Mode sRGB

Move Menu Exit

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.

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3.1.2 OSD Function Introduction

1. Splendid

This function contains six 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.

VE258

Splendid

Color

Image

Sound

Input Select

System Setup

Scenery Mode

Standard Mode

Theater Mode

Game Mode

Night View Mode sRGB

Move Menu Exit

• Scenery Mode: This is the best choice for scenery photo displaying with

SPLENDID™ Video Intelligence.

• Standard Mode: This is the best choice for document editing with

SPLENDID™ Video Intelligence.

• Theater Mode: This is the best choice for movie watching with

SPLENDID™ Video Intelligence.

• Game Mode: This is the best choice for game playing with SPLENDID™

Video Intelligence.

• Night View Mode: This is the best choice for playing dark-scene game or watching movie with SPLENDID™ Video Intelligence.

• sRGB: This is the best choice for viewing photos and graphics from PCs.

• In the Standard Mode, the Saturation, Skin Tone, Sharpness, and

ASCR functions are not user-configurable.

• In the sRGB, the Saturation, Color Temp., Skin Tone, Sharpness, and

ASCR functions are not user-configurable.

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2. Color

Select the image color you like from this function.

VE258

Splendid

Color

Image

Sound

Input Select

System Setup

Brightness

Contrast

Saturation

Color Temp.

Skin Tone

100

80

90

User Mode

Natural

Move Menu Exit

• Brightness: The adjusting range is from 0 to 100. The button is also a hot key 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.

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

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3. Image

You can adjust the image Sharpness, Trace Free, Aspect Control, Position

(VGA only), and Focus (VGA only) from this main function.

VE258

Splendid

Color

Image

Sound

Input Select

System Setup

Sharpness

Trace Free

Aspect Control

ASCR

Position

Focus

60

60

Full

OFF

Move Menu Exit

• Sharpness: Adjust the picture sharpness. The adjusting range is from 0 to 100.

• Trace Free: Speed up the response time by Over Drive technology. The adjusting range is from lower 0 to faster 100.

• Aspect Control: Adjust the aspect ratio to “Full”, “4:3”, or “Over Scan”

(only available for HDMI input).

• 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

(only available for VGA input).

• Focus: Reduce 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).

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4. Sound(only available for model VE258Q)

Adjust the sound settings to your preference.

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Splendid

Color

Image

Sound

Input Select

System Setup

Volume

Mute

Source

50

OFF

Line In

Move Menu Exit

• Volume: Adjust the output volume level. The button is also a hot key to activate this function.

• Mute: Mute the output volume.

• Source: Adjust audio source to “Line In” or “HDMI” (only available for

HDMI input);

Adjust audio source to “Line In” or “DisplayPort” (only available for

DisplayPort input).

5. Input Select

Select the input source from VGA, DVI, HDMI, or DisplayPort(only available for model VE258Q).

VE258

Splendid

Color

Image

Sound

Input Select

System Setup

VGA

DVI

HDMI

DisplayPort

Move Menu Exit

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6. System Setup

Adjusts the system configuration.

VE258

Splendid

Color

Image

Sound

Input Select

System Setup

Splendid Demo Mode

Volume

OSD Setup

Language

Information

All Reset

OFF

50

English

Move Menu Exit

• Splendid Demo Mode: Activate the demo mode for the Splendid function.

• Volume: Adjust the Volume level of speakers (only available for model

VE258H).

• OSD Setup: Adjust the horizontal position (H-Position), vertical position

(V-Position), OSD Timeout, DDD/CI, and Transparency of the OSD screen.

• Language: Select OSD language. The selections are English, French,

German, Spanish, Italian, Dutch, Russian, Traditional Chinese, Simplified

Chinese, and Japanese.

• Information: Display the monitor information.

• All Reset: Set to “Yes” to revert all settings to the factory default mode.

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3.2 Specifications

Model

Panel Size

Max. Resolution

Brightness (Typ.)

Intrinsic Contrast Ratio (Typ.)

Viewing Angle (CR=10)

Display Colors

Response Time

Satellite Speaker

Earphone Output

Sound from HDMI

HDMI input

DVI input

D-Sub input

DisplayPort input

Audio Line-in

Power ON Consumption

Tilt

VESA Wall Mounting

Phys. Dimension (WxHxD)

Box Dimension (WxHxD)

Net Weight (Esti.)

Gross Weight (Esti.)

Voltage Rating

VE258H

25.0”W (63.44m)

1920x1080

250cd/m 2

1000:1

160°(V) /170°(H)

16.7 M(6bit Hi FRC)

2ms (Gray to Gray)

2W x 2 stereo

Yes

Yes

Yes

DVI with HDCP

Yes

-

Yes

55W

-5° ~ +20°

Yes (100mm x 100mm)

595x423x219mm

667x527x142mm

5.0 kg

7.5 kg

AC 100~240V(Built-in)

*Specifications are subject to change without notice.

VE258Q

25.0”W (63.44cm)

1920x1080

250cd/m 2

1000:1

160°(V) /170°(H)

16.7 M(6bit Hi FRC)

2ms (Gray to Gray)

2W x 2 stereo

Yes

Yes

Yes

DVI with HDCP

Yes

Yes

Yes

55W

-5° ~ +20°

Yes (100mm x 100mm)

595x423x219mm

667x527x142mm

5.0 kg

7.5 kg

AC 100~240V(Built-in)

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3.3 Troubleshooting (FAQ)

Problem Possible Solution

Power LED is not ON

The power LED lights amber and there is no screen image

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

OSD.

Screen image is not centered or sized properly

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

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

OSD.

Screen image bounces or a wave pattern is present in the image

• Press the button to check if the monitor 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.

Screen image has color defects

(white does not look white)

• 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.

Screen image is blurry or fuzzy

• Press the button for two seconds to automatically adjust the image (for VGA mode only).

• Adjust the Phase and Clock settings via OSD.

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

PC Supported Primary Timing

Resolution

640x480

640x480

640x480

800x600

800x600

800x600

800x600

1024x768

1024x768

1024x768

1152x864

1280x960

1280x1024

1280x1024

1440x900

1440x900

1680x1050

1920x1080

Refresh Rate Horizontal Frequency

60Hz 31.469kHz

72Hz 37.861kHz

60Hz

70Hz

75Hz

75Hz

60Hz

60Hz

75Hz

60Hz

75Hz

60Hz

60Hz

75Hz

56Hz

60Hz

72Hz

75Hz

37.5kHz

35.156kHz

37.879kHz

48.077kHz

46.875kHz

48.363kHz

56.476kHz

60.023kHz

67.5kHz

60kHz

63.981kHz

79.976kHz

55.935kHz

70.635kHz

65.29kHz

67.5kHz

IBM Modes, Factory Preset Timing(D-SUB, DVI-D, HDMI inputs)

Resolution Refresh Rate Horizontal Frequency

640x350 70Hz 31.469kHz

720x400 70Hz 31.469kHz

MAC Modes, Factory Preset Timing(D-SUB, DVI-D, HDMI inputs)

Resolution

640x480

Refresh Rate

67Hz

Horizontal Frequency

35kHz

832x624 75Hz 49.725kHz

VESA Modes, User Available Timing

Resolution

1280x720(RB)

Refresh Rate Horizontal Frequency

60Hz 44.444kHz

1280x720

1280x720

1280x768(RB)

1280x800(RB)

1280x800

60Hz

75Hz

60Hz

60Hz

60Hz

44.772kHz

56.456kHz

47.396kHz

49.306kHz

49.702kHz

1280x800

1440x900(RB)

1440x900

1680x1050(RB)

1920x1080

75Hz

60Hz

75Hz

60Hz

60Hz

62.795kHz

55.469kHz

70.635kHz

64.674kHz

66.587kHz

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HDMI Supported Primary Timing

VESA Modes, Factory Preset Timing

Resolution

720(1440)x480i

Refresh Rate

59.94 / 60Hz

720(1440)x480i

640x480P

720x480P

720x480P

59.94 / 60Hz

59.94 / 60Hz

59.94 / 60Hz

59.94 / 60Hz

1440x576i

1440x576i, 50Hz

720x576P, 50Hz

720x576P, 50Hz

1280x720P, 50Hz

1280x720P

1920x1080i

1920x1080i

50Hz

50Hz

50Hz

50Hz

50Hz

59.94 / 60Hz

50Hz

59.94 / 60Hz

Horizontal Frequency

15.734 / 15.75kHz

15.734 / 15.75kHz

31.469 / 31.5kHz

31.469 / 31.5kHz

31.469 / 31.5kHz

15.625kHz

15.625kHz

31.25kHz

31.25kHz

37.5kHz

44.955 /45kHz

28.125kHz

33.716 / 33.75kHz

HDMI Supported Optional Timing

Resolution

1440x480P

Refresh Rate

59.94 / 60Hz

1440x480P

1440x576P

1440x576P

1920x1080P

1920x1080P

59.94 / 60Hz

50Hz

50Hz

50Hz

59.94 /60Hz

Horizontal Frequency

31.469 / 31.5kHz

31.469 / 31.5kHz

31.25kHz

31.25kHz

56.25kHz

67.433 / 67.5kHz

* 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.

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