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PG221 LCD Monitor
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  • Page 1 PG221 LCD Monitor User Guide...
  • Page 2 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.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Table of contents Notices ... v Safety information ... vi Care and cleaning ... vii Package contents ... ix Chapter 1: Product introduction Welcome! ... 1-1 Features ... 1-1 Monitor introduction ... 1-2 Front view ... 1-2 Side view ... 1-4 Rear view ...
  • Page 4 Chapter 4: SRS TurSurround XT™ ... 4-1 Troubleshooting (FAQ) ... 4-2 PG221 specification summary ... 4-3 Supported operating modes ... 4-4 Appendix...
  • Page 5: Notices

    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.
  • Page 6: Safety Information

    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.
  • Page 7: Care And Cleaning

    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.
  • Page 8: 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.
  • Page 9: Package Contents

    Package contents Check your PG221 LCD monitor package for the following items: LCD monitor Support CD Quick Start Guide Warranty card 1 x Power cord 1 x VGA-Audio-Microphone-USB 4-in-1 cable 1 x DVI cable 1 x RCA cable 1 x Rear connector cover If any of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer immediately.
  • Page 11: Welcome

    Welcome! Thank you for purchasing the ASUS The LCD monitor features high-quality audio technology, including a 15W ASUS Power Bass System and the most advanced SRS TruSurround XT™ sound effect which help provide vivid melody, enhancing your audio enjoyment while you watch movies, play games, or listen to music! The widescreen design provides a crisper, broader, and brighter display.
  • Page 12: Monitor Introduction

    Monitor introduction Front view Stereo speakers (5Wx2) Base Touch sensors The touch sensors are sensitive. Slightly touch the item you want to enable. Do not press the front panel too hard to prevent damage to the panel and the sensors. Sensor: •...
  • Page 13 Touch this sensor to increase the value of the function selected or move to the next function. • This is also a hotkey for Brightness adjustment. Power sensor/LED indicator • Touch this sensor to turn the monitor on/off. Status Blue Amber ASUS PG221 LCD Monitor Description Standby mode...
  • Page 14: Side View

    Side view SRS On/Off button. Press this button to turn on/off the SRS sound effect. USB 2.0 ports. These three Universal Serial Bus (USB) ports are available for connecting USB 2.0 devices. Microphone port. This port connects a microphone with a stereo mini-plug (3.5mm).
  • Page 15: Rear View

    4. L/R Audio ports + YPbPr ports 5. L/R Audio ports + Video port + S-Video port 6. Line-in port 7. USB port (Upstream) 8. Microphone-output port 9. Woofer port ASUS PG221 LCD Monitor 15W ASUS Power Bass System Connectors Kensington lock...
  • Page 16 Chapter 1: Product introduction...
  • Page 17 To close the rear connector cover: Align the cover to the six slots near • the ports and close the cover carefully. A click indicates that the cover has been closed successfully. The supplied VGA-audio-microphone-USB 4-in-1 cable combines the VGA cable, audio cable, microphone cable, and USB cable. ASUS PG221 LCD Monitor...
  • Page 18: Chapter 2: Setup

    Before you connect the cables, ensure that your PC is switched off or the power cord is unpluged from the wall socket. 2.1.1 Connecting to a computer with VGA/DVI ports: 1. Connect one end (VGA/audio(gray)/microphone(red)/USB connectors) of the supplied 4-in-1 cable to the LCD monitor’s corresponding ports (VGA/Line-in(gray)/microphone-out(red)/USB ports).
  • Page 19: Connecting To An Mp3 Player Or Any Other Audio Device With Line-Out/Headphone Ports

    Grasp the top of the monitor and adjust the tilt within -5º to 20º. The swivel base allows you to turn the monitor left/right up to 120º. ASUS PG221 LCD Monitor . See page 1-2 for the location of the power lights up in blue to show that the monitor is ON.
  • Page 20 Chapter 2: Setup...
  • Page 21 If the frequency is not correct, the screen shows vertical stripes and the image is not proportional. • ASCR (ASUS Smart Contrast Ratio) function allows the monitor to enhance dynamic contrast ratio during video playback. ASUS PG221 LCD Monitor sensor.
  • Page 22: Chapter 3: General Instruction

    OSD menu table: Main Sub-menu 1 Splendid Scenery Mode Standard Mode Theater Mode Game Mode Night View Mode Image Brightness Contrast ASCR* Sharpness* Satuation* Position** (For VGA only) Focus** (For VGA only) Color Color Temp Skin Tone* Sound Preset Mode SRS TSXT TruBass**** Balance...
  • Page 23: Using The Built-In Webcam

    To install the webcam driver: 1. Close all other applications first. 2. Insert the support CD into the optical drive and run the ASUS USB2.0 Webcam program. The default webcam resolution is 640 x 480. If you want to change the default resolution to meet different kinds of application programs, go to C:\WINDOWS\ ASUS USB2.0 Webcam and activate the program named LiveCam to modify the...
  • Page 24 Chapter 3: General Instruction...
  • Page 25: Srs Tursurround Xt

    3D stereo experience. SRS TruSurround XT™ stereo surround sound effect is a trademark of SRS Labs, Inc. Trusurround technology is incorporated under lincense from SRS Labs, Inc. ASUS PG221 LCD Monitor...
  • Page 26: Troubleshooting (Faq)

    Screen image is blurry or fuzzy No sound or sound is low Webcam is not working USB devices work abnormally ASUS Power Bass System is not working Possible Solution • Touch the sensor to check if the monitor is in the ON mode.
  • Page 27: Pg221 Specification Summary

    Power consumption Dimension (W x H x D) Net weight Accessories Regulation approvals * Specifications are subject to change without notice. ASUS PG221 LCD Monitor 22” Widescreen panel TFT LCD (anti-reflection glare type) WSXGA+ 1680 x 1050 0.282 mm 300 cd/m (typ.)/ 350 cd/m...
  • Page 28: Supported Operating Modes

    Supported operating modes Resolution Standard Frequency SVGA WVGA XGA+ WXGA QVGA SXGA WXGA WXGA+ WSXGA+ (Primary) * Modes not listed in the table may not be supported. For optimal resolution, we recommend that you choose a mode listed in the table above. Vertical Frequency 720 x 400...

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