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... THE PRODUCTS AND SOFTWARE DESCRIBED IN IT. Product warranty or service will not be extended if: (1) the product is repaired, modified or altered, unless such repair, modification of alteration is defaced or missing. All Rights Reserved. SPECIFICATIONS AND INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS MANUAL ARE FURNISHED FOR INFORMATIONAL USE ONLY, AND ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE AT ANY TIME WITHOUT...
... THE PRODUCTS AND SOFTWARE DESCRIBED IN IT. Product warranty or service will not be extended if: (1) the product is repaired, modified or altered, unless such repair, modification of alteration is defaced or missing. All Rights Reserved. SPECIFICATIONS AND INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS MANUAL ARE FURNISHED FOR INFORMATIONAL USE ONLY, AND ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE AT ANY TIME WITHOUT...
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... Package contents 1-1 1.3 Monitor introduction 1-2 1.3.1 Front view 1-2 1.3.2 Back view 1-3 1.3.3 GamePlus Function 1-4 1.3.4 GameVisual Function 1-5 Chapter 2: Setup 2.1 Assembling the monitor arm/base 2-1 2.2 Adjusting the monitor 2-2 2.3 Detaching the arm (for VESA wall mount 2-3 2.4 Connecting the cables 2-4 2.5 Turning on the monitor 2-4 Chapter 3: General instructions 3.1 OSD (On-Screen Display) menu 3-1 3.1.1 How to reconfigure 3-1 3.1.2 OSD function introduction 3-1 3.2 Specifications summary 3-6 3.3 Troubleshooting (FAQ 3-8 3.4 Supported operating mode 3-9 iii
... Package contents 1-1 1.3 Monitor introduction 1-2 1.3.1 Front view 1-2 1.3.2 Back view 1-3 1.3.3 GamePlus Function 1-4 1.3.4 GameVisual Function 1-5 Chapter 2: Setup 2.1 Assembling the monitor arm/base 2-1 2.2 Adjusting the monitor 2-2 2.3 Detaching the arm (for VESA wall mount 2-3 2.4 Connecting the cables 2-4 2.5 Turning on the monitor 2-4 Chapter 3: General instructions 3.1 OSD (On-Screen Display) menu 3-1 3.1.1 How to reconfigure 3-1 3.1.2 OSD function introduction 3-1 3.2 Specifications summary 3-6 3.3 Troubleshooting (FAQ 3-8 3.4 Supported operating mode 3-9 iii
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...can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in the Radio Interference Regulations of the Canadian Department of Communications. Changes or modifications to the graphics card is connected. • ...monitor to this equipment. This class B digital apparatus complies with FCC regulations. This equipment generates, uses and can be determined by the party responsible for a Class B digital device, pursuant to operate this unit not expressly approved by turning the equipment off and on a circuit different from digital apparatus set out in accordance with Part...
...can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in the Radio Interference Regulations of the Canadian Department of Communications. Changes or modifications to the graphics card is connected. • ...monitor to this equipment. This class B digital apparatus complies with FCC regulations. This equipment generates, uses and can be determined by the party responsible for a Class B digital device, pursuant to operate this unit not expressly approved by turning the equipment off and on a circuit different from digital apparatus set out in accordance with Part...
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... monitor, carefully read all cables are correctly connected and the power cables 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 dealer immediately. • Slots and openings on the back or top of the cabinet are provided for other settings than the center position...
... monitor, carefully read all cables are correctly connected and the power cables 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 dealer immediately. • Slots and openings on the back or top of the cabinet are provided for other settings than the center position...
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... button cell battery) should not be removed with a cloth dampened with a lint-free, non-abrasive cloth. Follow the correct lifting techniques when positioning the monitor. Turn your dealer or service center to aid in municipal waste. IMPORTANT: Information that you can turn it is displayed for hours. • When the screen becomes black or flashes, or cannot work anymore, contact your monitor off the Power Switch...
... button cell battery) should not be removed with a cloth dampened with a lint-free, non-abrasive cloth. Follow the correct lifting techniques when positioning the monitor. Turn your dealer or service center to aid in municipal waste. IMPORTANT: Information that you can turn it is displayed for hours. • When the screen becomes black or flashes, or cannot work anymore, contact your monitor off the Power Switch...
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...-clear display, plus a host of features that the monitor brings to you for the following items: LCD monitor Monitor base Quick start guide Warranty card Power adapter Power cord VGA cable (optional) Audio cable (optional) HDMI cable (optional) If any of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your viewing experience. With these features, you can enjoy the convenience and delightful visual experience that enhance your retailer immediately. ASUS VG255 Series LCD Monitor 1-1 1.1 Welcome...
...-clear display, plus a host of features that the monitor brings to you for the following items: LCD monitor Monitor base Quick start guide Warranty card Power adapter Power cord VGA cable (optional) Audio cable (optional) HDMI cable (optional) If any of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your viewing experience. With these features, you can enjoy the convenience and delightful visual experience that enhance your retailer immediately. ASUS VG255 Series LCD Monitor 1-1 1.1 Welcome...
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Status Description White Amber OFF ON Standby mode/No signal OFF 1.3.2 Back view 7 1. This port is for connection with an HDMI compatible device. 3. This port connects PC audio source by the bundled audio cable. 5. button • GameVisual hotkey. DC-IN port. This port is only available when an HDMI cable is as the below table. Kensington lock slot. 7. This port connects the power cord. 2. Control buttons. ASUS VG255 Series LCD Monitor 1-3 This 15-pin port is for PC VGA connection. 4. Audio-in port. VGA port. This function contains...
Status Description White Amber OFF ON Standby mode/No signal OFF 1.3.2 Back view 7 1. This port is for connection with an HDMI compatible device. 3. This port connects PC audio source by the bundled audio cable. 5. button • GameVisual hotkey. DC-IN port. This port is only available when an HDMI cable is as the below table. Kensington lock slot. 7. This port connects the power cord. 2. Control buttons. ASUS VG255 Series LCD Monitor 1-3 This 15-pin port is for PC VGA connection. 4. Audio-in port. VGA port. This function contains...
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...(s) are not user-configurable: Saturation, Skin Tone, Sharpness, ASCR. • In the sRGB mode, the following function(s) are not user-configurable: Brightness, Contrast, Saturation, Color Temp., Skin Tone, Sharpness, ASCR. • In the MOBA mode, the following function(s) are not user-configurable: Saturation, Skin Tone, Sharpness, ASCR. ASUS VG255 Series LCD Monitor 1-5 1.3.4 GameVisual Function The GameVisual function helps you select among different picture modes in...
...(s) are not user-configurable: Saturation, Skin Tone, Sharpness, ASCR. • In the sRGB mode, the following function(s) are not user-configurable: Brightness, Contrast, Saturation, Color Temp., Skin Tone, Sharpness, ASCR. • In the MOBA mode, the following function(s) are not user-configurable: Saturation, Skin Tone, Sharpness, ASCR. ASUS VG255 Series LCD Monitor 1-5 1.3.4 GameVisual Function The GameVisual function helps you select among different picture modes in...
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...) (Height adjustment) It is normal that the monitor slightly shakes while you adjust the viewing angle. 2-2 Chapter 2: Setup Tilt the monitor to its angle. • The recommended adjusting angle is +33˚ to -5˚ (for tilt)/+90˚ to -90˚ (for swiveling/ +130 mm (for height adjustment)/90˚ (for you. • Hold the stand to prevent the monitor from falling when you change...
...) (Height adjustment) It is normal that the monitor slightly shakes while you adjust the viewing angle. 2-2 Chapter 2: Setup Tilt the monitor to its angle. • The recommended adjusting angle is +33˚ to -5˚ (for tilt)/+90˚ to -90˚ (for swiveling/ +130 mm (for height adjustment)/90˚ (for you. • Hold the stand to prevent the monitor from falling when you change...
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... you cover the table surface with soft cloth to prevent damage to the monitor. • The VESA wall mount kit (100 x 100 mm) is purchased separately. • Use only the UL Listed Wall Mount Bracket with minimum weight/load 22.7kg (Screw size: M4 x 10 mm) ASUS VG255 Series LCD Monitor 2-3 Use a screwdriver to remove the screw on a table. 2. Remove the rubbers in the four screw holes. (Figure 1) 3. Remove the base...
... you cover the table surface with soft cloth to prevent damage to the monitor. • The VESA wall mount kit (100 x 100 mm) is purchased separately. • Use only the UL Listed Wall Mount Bracket with minimum weight/load 22.7kg (Screw size: M4 x 10 mm) ASUS VG255 Series LCD Monitor 2-3 Use a screwdriver to remove the screw on a table. 2. Remove the rubbers in the four screw holes. (Figure 1) 3. Remove the base...
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... monitor's Audio-in white to the monitor's earphone jack when an HDMI signal is ON. 2-4 Chapter 2: Setup The power indicator lights up in port, the other end to the monitor's DC input. Tighten the two screws to secure the VGA connector. • To connect the audio cable: connect one end of the VGA/HDMI cable to the monitor's VGA/HDMI port. Plug one end of the power button. See page 1-2 for the location of the VGA/HDMI cable to your computer's VGA/ HDMI port. b. Connect the power adapter...
... monitor's Audio-in white to the monitor's earphone jack when an HDMI signal is ON. 2-4 Chapter 2: Setup The power indicator lights up in port, the other end to the monitor's DC input. Tighten the two screws to secure the VGA connector. • To connect the audio cable: connect one end of the VGA/HDMI cable to the monitor's VGA/HDMI port. Plug one end of the power button. See page 1-2 for the location of the VGA/HDMI cable to your computer's VGA/ HDMI port. b. Connect the power adapter...
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... ( ) left repeatedly until the OSD menu disappears. menu function and press the right to navigate through the sub-menu functions. ASUS VG255 Series LCD Monitor 3-1 To exit and save the OSD menu, press the button or move the ( ) button up /down to activate it . Move the ( ) button up/down to activate the OSD menu. 2. 3.1 3.1.1 OSD (On-Screen Display) menu How to "1.3.4 GameVisual Function". Press the ( ) button to change the settings of the selected 4.
... ( ) left repeatedly until the OSD menu disappears. menu function and press the right to navigate through the sub-menu functions. ASUS VG255 Series LCD Monitor 3-1 To exit and save the OSD menu, press the button or move the ( ) button up /down to activate it . Move the ( ) button up/down to activate the OSD menu. 2. 3.1 3.1.1 OSD (On-Screen Display) menu How to "1.3.4 GameVisual Function". Press the ( ) button to change the settings of the selected 4.
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... away from the display if working at least 5 mins) after around 1 hour of Racing Mode will be automatically imported. It is activated,the default settings of continuous working for long hours. If eye strain continues please consult a physician. 2. Blue Light Filter In this function, you can help to Level 3, the Brightness function is compliance with TUV Low Blue Light Certification. Between Level...
... away from the display if working at least 5 mins) after around 1 hour of Racing Mode will be automatically imported. It is activated,the default settings of continuous working for long hours. If eye strain continues please consult a physician. 2. Blue Light Filter In this function, you can help to Level 3, the Brightness function is compliance with TUV Low Blue Light Certification. Between Level...
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... User Mode. • Skin Tone: contains three color modes including Reddish, Natural, and Yellowish. • Smart View: provides better display quality under big viewing angle. 4. Image Set the image related setting from 0 to 100. • Trace Free: Adjusts the response time of the displayed picture and generates high-quality images on screen. • ASCR: Turns on/off the ASCR (ASUS Smart Contrast Ratio) function. ASUS VG255 Series LCD Monitor 3-3 Color ASUS VG255 Racing Mode VGA 1920x1080 @ 60Hz Brightness Contrast Saturation Color...
... User Mode. • Skin Tone: contains three color modes including Reddish, Natural, and Yellowish. • Smart View: provides better display quality under big viewing angle. 4. Image Set the image related setting from 0 to 100. • Trace Free: Adjusts the response time of the displayed picture and generates high-quality images on screen. • ASCR: Turns on/off the ASCR (ASUS Smart Contrast Ratio) function. ASUS VG255 Series LCD Monitor 3-3 Color ASUS VG255 Racing Mode VGA 1920x1080 @ 60Hz Brightness Contrast Saturation Color...
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... range is not proportional. • Auto Adjust.: Automatically adjusts the image to its optimized position, clock, and phase (for VGA input): adjusts the horizontal position (H-Position) and the vertical position (V-Position) of pixels scanned by adjusting (Phase) and (Clock) separately. Sound ASUS VG255 Racing Mode VGA 1920x1080 @ 60Hz Volume Mute Source • Volume: the adjusting range is from which source. 6. • Position (Only available for VGA mode only). 5. Input Select In this menu. The adjusting range is from 0 to 100. • Mute: toggles the monitor sound...
... range is not proportional. • Auto Adjust.: Automatically adjusts the image to its optimized position, clock, and phase (for VGA input): adjusts the horizontal position (H-Position) and the vertical position (V-Position) of pixels scanned by adjusting (Phase) and (Clock) separately. Sound ASUS VG255 Racing Mode VGA 1920x1080 @ 60Hz Volume Mute Source • Volume: the adjusting range is from which source. 6. • Position (Only available for VGA mode only). 5. Input Select In this menu. The adjusting range is from 0 to 100. • Mute: toggles the monitor sound...
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MyFavorite ASUS VG255 Racing Mode VGA 1920x1080 @ 60Hz Setting 1 Setting 2 Setting 3 Setting 4 ASUS VG255 Series LCD Monitor 3-5 System Setup Allows you to restore the default settings. 8. MyFavorite Loads/Saves all function keys. System Setup GameVisual Demo Mode ECO Mode OSD Setup Language Key Lock Information Power indicator More ASUS VG255 Racing Mode VGA 1920x1080 @ 60Hz • GameVisual Demo Mode: Activate the demo mode for the GameVisual function. • ECO Mode: reduces power consumption. • OSD Setup: * Adjusts the OSD timeout from 10 to 120 seconds...
MyFavorite ASUS VG255 Racing Mode VGA 1920x1080 @ 60Hz Setting 1 Setting 2 Setting 3 Setting 4 ASUS VG255 Series LCD Monitor 3-5 System Setup Allows you to restore the default settings. 8. MyFavorite Loads/Saves all function keys. System Setup GameVisual Demo Mode ECO Mode OSD Setup Language Key Lock Information Power indicator More ASUS VG255 Racing Mode VGA 1920x1080 @ 60Hz • GameVisual Demo Mode: Activate the demo mode for the GameVisual function. • ECO Mode: reduces power consumption. • OSD Setup: * Adjusts the OSD timeout from 10 to 120 seconds...
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Resolution Pixel pitch Brightness (Typ.) Contrast Ratio (Typ.) Contrast Ratio (Max.) Viewing angle(H/V) CR>10 Display colors Response time Color temperature selection Analog input Digital input Earphone jack Audio input Speaker (Built-in) USB 3.0 port Colors Power LED Tilt Swivel Height adjustment Pivot VESA wall mount Kensington lock Voltage rating Power consumption Temperature (Operating) Temperature (Non-operating) Dimensions (W x H x D) Weight (Esti.) Multi-languages TFT LCD 24.5"W (16:9, 62.2 cm) wide screen 1920 x 1080 0.2832 mm x 0.2802 mm 250 cd/m2 1000:1 100,000,000:1 (with ASCR on...
Resolution Pixel pitch Brightness (Typ.) Contrast Ratio (Typ.) Contrast Ratio (Max.) Viewing angle(H/V) CR>10 Display colors Response time Color temperature selection Analog input Digital input Earphone jack Audio input Speaker (Built-in) USB 3.0 port Colors Power LED Tilt Swivel Height adjustment Pivot VESA wall mount Kensington lock Voltage rating Power consumption Temperature (Operating) Temperature (Non-operating) Dimensions (W x H x D) Weight (Esti.) Multi-languages TFT LCD 24.5"W (16:9, 62.2 cm) wide screen 1920 x 1080 0.2832 mm x 0.2802 mm 250 cd/m2 1000:1 100,000,000:1 (with ASCR on...
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ASUS VG255 Series LCD Monitor 3-7 Accessories Compliance and Standards VGA cable (optional), Audio cable (optional), HDMI cable (optional), power adapter, power cord, Quick start guide, warranty card UL/cUL, CB, CE, ErP, FCC, CCC, CU, RCM, BSMI, VCCI, RoHS, J-MOSS, WEEE, Windows 7 & 8.1 & 10 WHQL, CEL, MEPS, PSE, UkrSEPRO, KCC , E-Standby, TUV-Flicker Free, TUV-Low Blue Light, PC Recycle, ICES-3. *Specifications are subject to change without notice.
ASUS VG255 Series LCD Monitor 3-7 Accessories Compliance and Standards VGA cable (optional), Audio cable (optional), HDMI cable (optional), power adapter, power cord, Quick start guide, warranty card UL/cUL, CB, CE, ErP, FCC, CCC, CU, RCM, BSMI, VCCI, RoHS, J-MOSS, WEEE, Windows 7 & 8.1 & 10 WHQL, CEL, MEPS, PSE, UkrSEPRO, KCC , E-Standby, TUV-Flicker Free, TUV-Low Blue Light, PC Recycle, ICES-3. *Specifications are subject to change without notice.
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... mode. • Check if the power cord is properly working. • Adjust the Contrast and Brightness settings via OSD. • Adjust the H-Position or V-Position settings via OSD. 3-8 Chapter 3: General Instructions Screen image bounces or a wave pattern is • Make sure the signal cable is properly present in the ON mode. • Make sure the signal cable is properly connected the monitor and the computer. • Inspect the signal cable and make sure not look white) that may cause electrical interference. Screen image...
... mode. • Check if the power cord is properly working. • Adjust the Contrast and Brightness settings via OSD. • Adjust the H-Position or V-Position settings via OSD. 3-8 Chapter 3: General Instructions Screen image bounces or a wave pattern is • Make sure the signal cable is properly present in the ON mode. • Make sure the signal cable is properly connected the monitor and the computer. • Inspect the signal cable and make sure not look white) that may cause electrical interference. Screen image...
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... 47.712(P) 55.94(N) 75.00(P) 65.29(N) 67.5(P) 83.9(P) ASUS VG255 Series LCD Monitor 3-9 3.4 Supported operating mode Resolution 640x480 640x480 640x480 640x480 720x400 800x600 800x600 800x600 800x600 832x624 1024x768 1024x768 1024x768 1152x864 1280x720 1280x768 1280x800 1280x960 1280x1024 1280x1024 1360x768 1366x768 1440x900 1600x1200 1680x1050 1920x1080 1920x1080* Vertical Frequency (Hz) 59.94(N) 66.66(N) 72.82(N) 75.00(N) 70.08...00(N) 60.00(N) 60.00(N) 60.00(N) 60.02(P) 75.02(P) 59.79(P) 59.79(P) 59.89(P) 60.00(P) 60.00(P) 60.00(P) 75.00((N) *Supported only when the HDMI port is in use.
... 47.712(P) 55.94(N) 75.00(P) 65.29(N) 67.5(P) 83.9(P) ASUS VG255 Series LCD Monitor 3-9 3.4 Supported operating mode Resolution 640x480 640x480 640x480 640x480 720x400 800x600 800x600 800x600 800x600 832x624 1024x768 1024x768 1024x768 1152x864 1280x720 1280x768 1280x800 1280x960 1280x1024 1280x1024 1360x768 1366x768 1440x900 1600x1200 1680x1050 1920x1080 1920x1080* Vertical Frequency (Hz) 59.94(N) 66.66(N) 72.82(N) 75.00(N) 70.08...00(N) 60.00(N) 60.00(N) 60.00(N) 60.02(P) 75.02(P) 59.79(P) 59.79(P) 59.89(P) 60.00(P) 60.00(P) 60.00(P) 75.00((N) *Supported only when the HDMI port is in use.