[. . . ] vi Package contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . viii Chapter 1: 1. 1 1. 2 1. 3 Product introduction 1-1 Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2 Assembling the monitor base . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2 Monitor introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-3 1. 3. 1 1. 3. 2 Front of the LCD monitor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . [. . . ] · Before using the product, make sure all cables are correctly connected and the power cables are not damaged. · Slots and openings on the back or top of the cabinet are provided for ventilation. 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. · Unplug the unit during a lightning storm or if it will not be used for a long period of time. · 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. v Care & Cleaning · Before you lift or reposition your monitor, it is better to disconnect the cables and power cord. Stubborn stains may be removed with a cloth dampened with mild cleaner. 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. NOTE: Tips and additional information to aid in completing a task. vi 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. Optional documentation Your product package may include optional documentation, such as warranty card, that may have been added by your dealer. [. . . ] · Inspect the signal cable and make sure that none of the pins are bent. · Adjust the R/G/B color settings or select the Color Temperature via OSD. · Press the button for two seconds to automatically adjust the image. · Ensure that the audio cable is properly connected to the monitor and the computer · Adjust the volume settings of both your monitor and computer. [. . . ]