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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.
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.
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All ASUS products with the ENERGY STAR logo comply with the ENERGY STAR standard, and the power management feature is enabled by default. The monitor and computer are automatically set to sleep after 10 and 30 minutes of user inactivity.
TCO Certified A third-party certification according to ISO 14024 Say hello to a more sustainable product IT products are associated with a wide range of sustainability risks throughout their life cycle. Human rights violations are common in the factories. Harmful substances are used both in products and their manufacture.
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.
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.
These documents are not part of the standard package. Takeback Services ASUS recycling and takeback programs come from our commitment to the highest standards for protecting our environment. We believe in providing solutions for our customers to be able to responsibly recycle our products, batteries and other components as well as the packaging materials.
® 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...
Assembling the Monitor Base Carefully place the monitor on the EPS foam, with the screen facing down. Attach the base to the arm. Lift the screw ring and turn it clockwise to secure the base. Place the arm hinge of the the stand assembly onto its compartment on the rear of the monitor.
Connect Cables 1.4.1 Rear of the LCD Monitor HDMI V G A HDMI Control buttons HDMI port Speakers VGA port AC-IN port Earphone jack Kensington Lock ASUS LCD Monitor VY249HE...
Monitor Introduction 1.5.1 Using the Control Buttons Use the control buttons on the bottom of the monitor to adjust the image settings. Press key 1-6 to activate the key list page. Menu Blue Light Filter Brightness QuickFit Signal Exit Menu Button: •...
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• Exit the OSD menu. 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 White Amber Standby mode ASUS LCD Monitor VY249HE...
1.5.2 QuickFit Function The QuickFit function contains three patterns: • Grid pattern: Facilitates designers and users to organize content and layout on one page and achieve a consistent look and feel. Alignment Grid 1 Alignment Grid 2 • Paper size: Provides users to view their documents in real size on the screen. Letter Letter EXIT • Photo size: Provides photographers and other users to accurately view and edit their photos in real size on the screen. 8x10 Chapter 1: Product Introduction...
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To select the desired alignment pattern, do the following: button to enter the QuickFit menu. See Press the page 1-5 details. Press the button to select an option. Then press the button to confirm the selection. QuickFit QuickFit 4x6,3x5,2x2 Alignment1 Alignment2 Letter 8x10,5x7 ASUS LCD Monitor VY249HE...
1.5.3 EyeCheck Function The EyeCheck function contains three patterns: • Snellen Chart: Select one of the three available eye charts to measure visual acuity. L0.3 L0.1 L0.4 L0.5 L0.2 L0.6 L0.7 L0.8 L0.9 L1.0 L1.2 • Use the button to toggle the selection. • Amslter Grid: To check all lines should be straight while focusing at the center point.
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Eye Care menu. Press the button to select EyeCheck. Then press the button to enter the EyeCheck menu. Press the button to select an option. Then press the button to confirm the selection. EyeCheck Snellen Chart Amslter Grid Astigmatism ASUS LCD Monitor VY249HE...
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To activate EyeCheck using the assigned Shortcut key: Press the button to activate the OSD menu. See page 1-4 details. Press the button to select Shortcut. Then press the button to enter the Shortcut menu. button to select Shortcut 1 or Shortcut 2. Press the button to enter the Shortcut 1 or Shortcut 2 Press the...
Timer Crosshair1 GamePlus FPS Counter Crosshair2 Shortcut QuickFit Display Alignment Crosshair3 ECO Mode Crosshair4 OSD Setup Crosshair5 Language Crosshair6 Key Lock Navigate Select Exit Press the button to select an option. Then press the button to confirm the selection. 1-11 ASUS LCD Monitor VY249HE...
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To activate GamePlus using the assigned Shortcut key: Press the button to activate the OSD menu. See page 1-4 details. Press the button to select Shortcut. Then press the button to enter the Shortcut menu. button to select Shortcut 1 or Shortcut 2. Press the button to enter the Shortcut 1 or Shortcut 2 Press the...
Chapter 2: Setup Detaching the Base (for VESA Wall Mount) To detach the base, perform the following: Disconnect power and signal cables. Carefully place the monitor on the EPS foam, with the screen facing down. Remove the stand cover. Use the L-shaped screwdriver to remove the four screws. Then remove the stand assembly.
• Hold the stand to prevent the monitor from falling while changing its angle. You can adjust the monitor’s angle from -3° to 20°. -3˚ to +20˚ ASUS LCD Monitor VY249HE...
Chapter 3: General Instructions OSD (On-Screen Display) Menu 3.1.1 How to Reconfigure VY249 Splendid Signal Brightness 1920x1080 60Hz Standard Mode HDMI Standard Mode Splendid sRGB Mode Scenery Mode Eye Care Theater Mode Game Mode Color Night View Mode Reading Mode Image Darkroom Mode Signal...
Intelligence Technology. • Reading Mode: This is the best choice for book reading with SPLENDID™ Video Intelligence Technology. • Darkroom Mode: This is the best choice for a weak ambient light environment with SPLENDID™ Video Intelligence Technology. ASUS LCD Monitor VY249HE...
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• In the Standard Mode, the Saturation, Skin Tone, Sharpness, and ASCR functions are not user-configurable. • In the sRGB, the Saturation, Color Temp., SkinTone, Sharpness, Brightness, Contrast, and ASCR functions are not user-configurable. • In the Reading Mode, the Saturation, SkinTone, ASCR, Contrast, and Color Temp. functions are not user-configurable. Eye Care In this function, you can adjust settings to better protect your eyes. VY249 Splendid Signal...
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It activates when natural under skin tone is selected. • EyeCheck: This function can assist you with the eyes examination using the three patterns. See page 1-8 for details. ASUS LCD Monitor VY249HE...
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Color Select the image color you like from this function. VY249 Splendid Signal Brightness 1920x1080 60Hz Standard Mode HDMI Brightness Splendid Contrast Saturation Eye Care Color Temp. Skin Tone Color Image Signal Navigate Select Exit • Brightness: Adjust the brightness level. The adjusting range is from 0 to 100.
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Signal Brightness 1920x1080 60Hz Standard Mode HDMI Position Splendid Focus Auto Adjust. Eye Care Color Image Signal Navigate Select Exit (Page 2/2) • Sharpness: Adjust the picture sharpness. The adjusting range is from 0 to 100. ASUS LCD Monitor VY249HE...
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4:3 is only available when the input source is in 4:3 format. • OverScan is only available for HDMI input. • VividPixel: ASUS Exclusive Technology that brings lifelike visuals for crystal-clear and detail-oriented enjoyment. The adjusting range is from 0~100. • ASCR: Select ON or OFF to enable or disable dynamic contrast ratio function.
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Image Signal Navigate Select Exit Settings Adjust the system configuration. VY249 Splendid Signal Brightness 1920x1080 60Hz Standard Mode HDMI Splendid Demo Mode Settings Volume GamePlus Shortcut QuickFit ECO Mode OSD Setup Language Key Lock Navigate Select Exit (Page 1/2) ASUS LCD Monitor VY249HE...
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VY249 Splendid Signal Brightness 1920x1080 60Hz Standard Mode HDMI Information Settings Power Indicator Power Key Lock Shortcut All Reset Navigate Select Exit (Page 2/2) • Splendid Demo Mode: Activate the demo mode for the Splendid function. • Volume: Adjust the volume level. •...
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VY249 Splendid Signal Brightness 1920x1080 60Hz Standard Mode HDMI Shortcut1 Blue Light Filter Settings Shortcut2 Splendid Volume Shortcut Brightness Auto Adjust. Contrast Color Temp. GamePlus Navigate Select Exit (Shortcut 2 - Page 1/2) VY249 Splendid Signal Brightness 1920x1080 60Hz Standard Mode HDMI Shortcut1 Rest Reminder...
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• Shortcut 2: Assign a function to the Shortcut Key2. Available options: Blue Light Filter, Splendid, Volume, Brightness, Auto Adjust., Contrast, Color Temp., GamePlus, Rest Reminder, Color Augmentation, and EyeCheck. The default setting is Brightness. 3-12 ASUS LCD Monitor VY249HE...
• Select the appropriate color temperature (Color Temp.) via OSD. No sound or sound is low • Adjust the volume settings of your monitor or computer. • Make sure the computer sound card driver is properly installed and activated. 3-14 ASUS LCD Monitor VY249HE...