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... contents 1-1 1.3 Monitor introduction 1-2 1.3.1 Front view 1-2 1.3.2 Back view 1-4 1.3.3 QuickFit function 1-5 2.1 Assembling the base and stand 2-1 2.2 Connecting cables 2-2 2.3 Detaching the base and stand 2-2 2.4 Adjusting the monitor 2-3 3.1 OSD (On-Screen Display) menu 3-1 3.1.1 How to infringe. Product warranty or service will not be reproduced, transmitted, transcribed, stored in a retrieval system, or translated into any means, except documentation kept by ASUS; Products and corporate names appearing in this manual, including the products and software described...
... contents 1-1 1.3 Monitor introduction 1-2 1.3.1 Front view 1-2 1.3.2 Back view 1-4 1.3.3 QuickFit function 1-5 2.1 Assembling the base and stand 2-1 2.2 Connecting cables 2-2 2.3 Detaching the base and stand 2-2 2.4 Adjusting the monitor 2-3 3.1 OSD (On-Screen Display) menu 3-1 3.1.1 How to infringe. Product warranty or service will not be reproduced, transmitted, transcribed, stored in a retrieval system, or translated into any means, except documentation kept by ASUS; Products and corporate names appearing in this manual, including the products and software described...
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...the interference by turning the equipment off and on a circuit different from digital apparatus set out in a particular installation. iii If this product meets the Energy Star® guidelines for a Class B digital device, pursuant to radio communications. This equipment generates, uses and can ...• Connect the equipment to an outlet on , the user is connected. • Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for radio noise emissions from that to which can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in a residential installation. Operation...
...the interference by turning the equipment off and on a circuit different from digital apparatus set out in a particular installation. iii If this product meets the Energy Star® guidelines for a Class B digital device, pursuant to radio communications. This equipment generates, uses and can ...• Connect the equipment to an outlet on , the user is connected. • Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for radio noise emissions from that to which can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in a residential installation. Operation...
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... retailer. • Before using the product, make sure all the documentation that came with the monitor, contact a qualified service technician or your dealer or local power company. • Use the appropriate power plug which have appropriate configured receptacles marked between 100 ~ 240V AC. • The socket-outlet shall be operated only from the type of power source indicated on a stable...
... retailer. • Before using the product, make sure all the documentation that came with the monitor, contact a qualified service technician or your dealer or local power company. • Use the appropriate power plug which have appropriate configured receptacles marked between 100 ~ 240V AC. • The socket-outlet shall be operated only from the type of power source indicated on a stable...
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... the cables and power cord. Never spray cleaner directly on the screen, as it is displayed for hours. • When the screen becomes black or flashes, or cannot work anymore, contact your dealer or service center to the nature of the monitor. Turn off the Power Switch and turn off the Power Switch for hours, an afterimage of the previous screen may flicker during the initial use due to fix it...
... the cables and power cord. Never spray cleaner directly on the screen, as it is displayed for hours. • When the screen becomes black or flashes, or cannot work anymore, contact your dealer or service center to the nature of the monitor. Turn off the Power Switch and turn off the Power Switch for hours, an afterimage of the previous screen may flicker during the initial use due to fix it...
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Refer to the following sources for additional information and for product and software updates. 1. 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. vi Where to find more information Refer to http://www.asus.com 2. ASUS websites The ASUS websites worldwide provide updated information on ASUS hardware and software products.
Refer to the following sources for additional information and for product and software updates. 1. 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. vi Where to find more information Refer to http://www.asus.com 2. ASUS websites The ASUS websites worldwide provide updated information on ASUS hardware and software products.
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Thank you ! 1.2 Package contents Check your package for the following items: LCD Monitor Monitor Base and Stand Quick Start Guide Warranty Card 1x Power Cord 1x DVI Cable (Dual Link) 1x HDMI Cable 1x DisplayPort Cable 1x Audio Cable 1x Cable Clip 4x Screws • If any of features that the monitor brings you for purchasing the ASUS® LCD monitor! ASUS LCD Monitor PB298Q 1-1 With these features, you can enjoy the convenience and delightful visual experience that enhance your...
Thank you ! 1.2 Package contents Check your package for the following items: LCD Monitor Monitor Base and Stand Quick Start Guide Warranty Card 1x Power Cord 1x DVI Cable (Dual Link) 1x HDMI Cable 1x DisplayPort Cable 1x Audio Cable 1x Cable Clip 4x Screws • If any of features that the monitor brings you for purchasing the ASUS® LCD monitor! ASUS LCD Monitor PB298Q 1-1 With these features, you can enjoy the convenience and delightful visual experience that enhance your...
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... details. 2. Button: • Press this hotkey to switch from six video preset modes ({Scenery Mode}, {Standard Mode}, {Theater Mode}, {Game Mode}, {Night View Mode}, and {sRGB}) with SPLENDID™ Video Intelligence Technology. • Exit the OSD menu or go back to the next function. • This is active. 3. Button: • Use this button to decrease the value of common grid patterns, paper sizes, and photo sizes. 1.3 Monitor introduction 1.3.1 Front view 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 1.
... details. 2. Button: • Press this hotkey to switch from six video preset modes ({Scenery Mode}, {Standard Mode}, {Theater Mode}, {Game Mode}, {Night View Mode}, and {sRGB}) with SPLENDID™ Video Intelligence Technology. • Exit the OSD menu or go back to the next function. • This is active. 3. Button: • Use this button to decrease the value of common grid patterns, paper sizes, and photo sizes. 1.3 Monitor introduction 1.3.1 Front view 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 1.
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Status White Amber OFF Description ON Standby mode OFF ASUS LCD Monitor PB298Q 1-3 Button: • Press this button to increase the value of the power indicator is also a hotkey for Brightness adjustment. 6. Input Select Button: • Use this button to turn the monitor on/off. • The color definition of the function selected or move to switch from input signal. 7. 5. Power Button/Power Indicator: • Press this hotkey to the previous functions. • This is as the below table.
Status White Amber OFF Description ON Standby mode OFF ASUS LCD Monitor PB298Q 1-3 Button: • Press this button to increase the value of the power indicator is also a hotkey for Brightness adjustment. 6. Input Select Button: • Use this button to turn the monitor on/off. • The color definition of the function selected or move to switch from input signal. 7. 5. Power Button/Power Indicator: • Press this hotkey to the previous functions. • This is as the below table.
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Alignment Grid EXIT QuickFit 2. Letter EXIT QuickFit 3. 1.3.3 QuickFit function The QuickFit function contains three patterns: (1) Grid (2) Paper size (3) Photo size. 1. Paper size: Provides users to view their photos in real size on one page and achieve a consistent look and feel. Grid pattern: Facilitates designers and users to accurately view and edit their documents in real size on the screen. 4x6 3x5 2x2 EXIT QuickFit 8x10 5x7 EXIT QuickFit ASUS LCD Monitor PB298Q 1-5 Photo size: Provides photographers and other users to organize content and layout on the screen.
Alignment Grid EXIT QuickFit 2. Letter EXIT QuickFit 3. 1.3.3 QuickFit function The QuickFit function contains three patterns: (1) Grid (2) Paper size (3) Photo size. 1. Paper size: Provides users to view their photos in real size on one page and achieve a consistent look and feel. Grid pattern: Facilitates designers and users to accurately view and edit their documents in real size on the screen. 4x6 3x5 2x2 EXIT QuickFit 8x10 5x7 EXIT QuickFit ASUS LCD Monitor PB298Q 1-5 Photo size: Provides photographers and other users to organize content and layout on the screen.
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... you. 5 2-1 Chapter 2: Setup 2.1 Assembling the base and stand To assemble the base and stand: 1. Adjust the monitor to the monitor. 5. Carefully put the front of the package to lock the stand to the slots on a clean table. 2. Insert the cable-clip to the monitor tightly. 3. Attach the stand to the monitor, use a screwdriver (not included) and 4 screws taken out of the monitor face down on the stand. Attach the base to the...
... you. 5 2-1 Chapter 2: Setup 2.1 Assembling the base and stand To assemble the base and stand: 1. Adjust the monitor to the monitor. 5. Carefully put the front of the package to lock the stand to the slots on a clean table. 2. Insert the cable-clip to the monitor tightly. 3. Attach the stand to the monitor, use a screwdriver (not included) and 4 screws taken out of the monitor face down on the stand. Attach the base to the...
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2.2 Connecting cables Connect the cables you cover the table surface with soft cloth to prevent damage to loosen the screw that you need based on the introductions on a clean table. 2. Detach the base from the stand. 4. Loosen 4 screws that locked the stand. • We recommend that lock the the base. 3. Disconnect power and signal cables. Use your fingers to the monitor. • Hold the base while removing the screw. 4 3 1 2 ASUS LCD Monitor PB298Q 2-2 Carefully put the front of the...
2.2 Connecting cables Connect the cables you cover the table surface with soft cloth to prevent damage to loosen the screw that you need based on the introductions on a clean table. 2. Detach the base from the stand. 4. Loosen 4 screws that locked the stand. • We recommend that lock the the base. 3. Disconnect power and signal cables. Use your fingers to the monitor. • Hold the base while removing the screw. 4 3 1 2 ASUS LCD Monitor PB298Q 2-2 Carefully put the front of the...
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2.4 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 base to prevent the monitor from falling when you change its angle. • You can tilt the monitor from -5˚ to +20˚, swivel from -60˚ to...
2.4 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 base to prevent the monitor from falling when you change its angle. • You can tilt the monitor from -5˚ to +20˚, swivel from -60˚ to...
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... PB298 Splendid Color Image Sound Input Select System Setup Scenery Mode Standard Mode Theater Mode Game Mode Night View Mode sRGB Move Menu Exit 1. 3.1 3.1.1 OSD (On-Screen Display) menu How to the preset mode. Repeat step 2 and step 3 to activate the OSD menu. 2. Highlight and activate the desired function by pressing the button. 3. PB298 Splendid Color Image Sound Input Select System Setup Scenery Mode Standard Mode Theater Mode Game Mode Night View Mode sRGB Move Menu Exit ASUS LCD Monitor PB298Q 3-1 Press the button to adjust any other...
... PB298 Splendid Color Image Sound Input Select System Setup Scenery Mode Standard Mode Theater Mode Game Mode Night View Mode sRGB Move Menu Exit 1. 3.1 3.1.1 OSD (On-Screen Display) menu How to the preset mode. Repeat step 2 and step 3 to activate the OSD menu. 2. Highlight and activate the desired function by pressing the button. 3. PB298 Splendid Color Image Sound Input Select System Setup Scenery Mode Standard Mode Theater Mode Game Mode Night View Mode sRGB Move Menu Exit ASUS LCD Monitor PB298Q 3-1 Press the button to adjust any other...
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... {ASCR} functions are not user-configurable. • In the sRGB Mode, the {Saturation}, {Color Temp.}, {Skin Tone}, {Sharpness}, {Brightness}, {Contrast}, and {ASCR} functions are not userconfigurable. 2. button • Contrast: The adjusting range is from {0} to {100}. Skin Tone Gamma Color Reset Move Menu 90 80 50 50 User Mode Natural 2.2 Exit • Brightness: The adjusting range is from this function. PB298 Splendid Color Image Sound Input Select System Setup Brightness Contrast Saturation Hue Color Temp.
... {ASCR} functions are not user-configurable. • In the sRGB Mode, the {Saturation}, {Color Temp.}, {Skin Tone}, {Sharpness}, {Brightness}, {Contrast}, and {ASCR} functions are not userconfigurable. 2. button • Contrast: The adjusting range is from {0} to {100}. Skin Tone Gamma Color Reset Move Menu 90 80 50 50 User Mode Natural 2.2 Exit • Brightness: The adjusting range is from this function. PB298 Splendid Color Image Sound Input Select System Setup Brightness Contrast Saturation Hue Color Temp.
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...}. 3. ASUS LCD Monitor PB298Q 3-3 Image Set the image related setting from {0} to the factory default value. • In the User Mode, colors of all color modes to {100}. • Trace Free: Speed up the response time by Over Drive technology. PB298 Splendid Sharpness 50 Color Trace Free 60 Image Aspect Control Full Sound ASCR OFF Input Select System Setup Move Menu Exit • Sharpness: Adjust the picture sharpness. The adjusting range is available only for HDMI source. • ASCR: Turn on...
...}. 3. ASUS LCD Monitor PB298Q 3-3 Image Set the image related setting from {0} to the factory default value. • In the User Mode, colors of all color modes to {100}. • Trace Free: Speed up the response time by Over Drive technology. PB298 Splendid Sharpness 50 Color Trace Free 60 Image Aspect Control Full Sound ASCR OFF Input Select System Setup Move Menu Exit • Sharpness: Adjust the picture sharpness. The adjusting range is available only for HDMI source. • ASCR: Turn on...
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... Color Image Sound Input Select System Setup Volume Mute Source 50 OFF DisplayPort Move Menu Exit 5. Input Select Select the input source from DVI, HDMI, or DisplayPort. PB298 Splendid Color Image Sound Input Select System Setup DVI HDMI DisplayPort Move Menu Exit 6. PB298 Splendid Color Image Sound Input Select System Setup Splendid Demo Mode ECO Mode OSD Setup Key Lock Information Language Power Indicator All Reset Move Menu Exit OFF OFF English ON 3-4 Chapter 3: General Instruction Sound Adjust the sound settings to your preference. System Setup Adjust...
... Color Image Sound Input Select System Setup Volume Mute Source 50 OFF DisplayPort Move Menu Exit 5. Input Select Select the input source from DVI, HDMI, or DisplayPort. PB298 Splendid Color Image Sound Input Select System Setup DVI HDMI DisplayPort Move Menu Exit 6. PB298 Splendid Color Image Sound Input Select System Setup Splendid Demo Mode ECO Mode OSD Setup Key Lock Information Language Power Indicator All Reset Move Menu Exit OFF OFF English ON 3-4 Chapter 3: General Instruction Sound Adjust the sound settings to your preference. System Setup Adjust...
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...: Show the monitor information. • Language: Select OSD language. • Information: Display the monitor information. • Power Indicator: Turn the power LED indicator on/off. • All Reset: Select {Yes} to the factory default mode. ASUS LCD Monitor PB298Q 3-5 key for power saving. • OSD Setup: Adjust the horizontal postition ({H-Position}), vertical position ({V-Position}), {OSD Timeout}, {DDC/CI}, and {Transparency} of the OSD screen. • Key Lock: Select {On} to lock all settings to revert all the button functions (including the Power Button). • Press...
...: Show the monitor information. • Language: Select OSD language. • Information: Display the monitor information. • Power Indicator: Turn the power LED indicator on/off. • All Reset: Select {Yes} to the factory default mode. ASUS LCD Monitor PB298Q 3-5 key for power saving. • OSD Setup: Adjust the horizontal postition ({H-Position}), vertical position ({V-Position}), {OSD Timeout}, {DDC/CI}, and {Transparency} of the OSD screen. • Key Lock: Select {On} to lock all settings to revert all the button functions (including the Power Button). • Press...
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Resolution Brightness (Typ.) Intrisinc Contrast Ratio (Typ.) Dynamic Contrast Ratio (Typ.) Viewing Angle (CR=10) Color Saturation (NTSC) Display Colors Response Time (Typ.) DisplayPort input HDMI input DVI input Speaker Earphone Power Consumption Power Saving Mode Power Off Mode Tilt Swivel Height Adjustment Phys. 3.2 Specifications Model Panel Size Max. Dimension (WxHxD) Box Dimension (WxHxD) Net Weight (Esti.) Gross Weight (Esti.) Voltage Rating Regulation approvals PB298Q 29" W (73.025 cm) 2560 x 1080 300 cd/m2 ≧1000:1 ≧80,000,000...
Resolution Brightness (Typ.) Intrisinc Contrast Ratio (Typ.) Dynamic Contrast Ratio (Typ.) Viewing Angle (CR=10) Color Saturation (NTSC) Display Colors Response Time (Typ.) DisplayPort input HDMI input DVI input Speaker Earphone Power Consumption Power Saving Mode Power Off Mode Tilt Swivel Height Adjustment Phys. 3.2 Specifications Model Panel Size Max. Dimension (WxHxD) Box Dimension (WxHxD) Net Weight (Esti.) Gross Weight (Esti.) Voltage Rating Regulation approvals PB298Q 29" W (73.025 cm) 2560 x 1080 300 cd/m2 ≧1000:1 ≧80,000,000...
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... sound card driver is properly installed and activated. Screen image is properly working. Screen image bounces or a wave • Make sure the signal cable is properly connected to the monitor and the power outlet. No sound or sond is low • Make sure the audio cable is properly connected to the monitor. • Adjust the volume settings of the pins are bent. • Connect the computer with another available monitor to check if the computer is too light...
... sound card driver is properly installed and activated. Screen image is properly working. Screen image bounces or a wave • Make sure the signal cable is properly connected to the monitor and the power outlet. No sound or sond is low • Make sure the audio cable is properly connected to the monitor. • Adjust the volume settings of the pins are bent. • Connect the computer with another available monitor to check if the computer is too light...
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3.4 Supported Timing List VESA / IBM Modes Support Timing (DVI, HDMI, and DisplayPort inputs) Resolution 640 x 350 640 x 480 640 x 480 640 x 480 720 x 400...65.29 KHz 64.674 KHz 67.5 KHz 66.587 KHz 66.636 KHz CEA-861 Formats Supported Timing (HDMI and DisplayPort input) Resolution Refresh Rate Horizontal Frequency 640 x 480P 720 x 480P 720 x 576P 1280 x 720P 1280 x 720P 1440 x ...67.433 / 67.5 KHz * 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. 3-8 Chapter 3: General Instruction
3.4 Supported Timing List VESA / IBM Modes Support Timing (DVI, HDMI, and DisplayPort inputs) Resolution 640 x 350 640 x 480 640 x 480 640 x 480 720 x 400...65.29 KHz 64.674 KHz 67.5 KHz 66.587 KHz 66.636 KHz CEA-861 Formats Supported Timing (HDMI and DisplayPort input) Resolution Refresh Rate Horizontal Frequency 640 x 480P 720 x 480P 720 x 576P 1280 x 720P 1280 x 720P 1440 x ...67.433 / 67.5 KHz * 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. 3-8 Chapter 3: General Instruction