ASUS VA329HE LCD Monitor

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.

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

The use of shielded cables for connection of the monitor to the graphics card is required to assure compliance with FCC regulations. Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate this equipment.

ENERGY STAR Complied Product

ENERGY STAR is a joint program of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and the U.S. Department of Energy helping us all save money and protect the environment through energy efficient products and practices.

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. To wake your computer, click the mouse or press any key on the keyboard. Please visit http://www.energystar.gov/powermanagement for detail information on power management and its benefits to the environment. In addition, please visit http://www.energystar.gov for detail information on the ENERGY STAR joint program.

NOTE: Energy Star is NOT supported on FreeDOS and Linux-based operating system.

Canadian Department of Communications Statement

This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise emissions from digital apparatus set out in the Radio Interference Regulations of the Canadian Department of Communications.

This class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.

This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference - Causing Equipment Regulations.

Cet appareil numérique de la classe B respecte toutes les exigences du Réglement sur le matériel brouiller du Canada.

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. Contact a qualified service technician or your retailer.
• Before using the product, make sure all cables are correctly connected and the power cables are not damaged. If you detect any damage, contact your dealer immediately.
• Slots and openings on the back or top of the cabinet are provided for ventilation. Do not block these slots. 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.
• Do not overload power strips and extension cords. Overloading can result in fire or electric shock.
• Avoid dust, humidity, and temperature extremes. Do not place the monitor in any area where it may become wet. Place the monitor on a stable surface.
• Unplug the unit during a lightning storm or if it will not be used for a long period of time. This will protect the monitor from damage due to power surges.
• 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.
• Adjustment of the volume control as well as the equalizer to other settings than the center position may increase the ear-/headphones output voltage and therefore the sound pressure level.

This symbol of the crossed out wheeled bin indicates that the product (electrical, electronic equipment, and mercury-containing button cell battery) should not be placed in municipal waste. Please check local regulations for disposal of electronic products. ?️

AEEE Yönetmeliğine Uygundur

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. Turn your monitor off and unplug the power cord. Clean the monitor surface with a lint-free, non-abrasive cloth. Stubborn stains may be removed with a cloth dampened with mild cleaner.
• Avoid using a cleaner containing alcohol or acetone. Use a cleaner intended for use with the LCD. 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:

• 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.

IMPORTANT: Information that you MUST follow to complete a task.

NOTE: Tips and additional information to aid in completing a task.

Where to find more information

Refer to the following sources for additional information and for product and software updates.

1. ASUS websites
   The ASUS websites worldwide provide updated information on ASUS hardware and software products. Refer to http://www.asus.com
2. 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.

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.

Please go to http://csr.asus.com/english/Takeback.htm for detail recycling information in different region.

1.1 Welcome!

Thank you for purchasing the ASUS® LCD monitor!

The latest widescreen LCD monitor from ASUS provides a broader, brighter and crystal-clear display, plus a host of features that enhance your viewing experience.

With these features, you can enjoy the convenience and delightful visual experience that the monitor brings to you!

1.2 Package contents

Check your package for the following items:

• LCD Monitor ✔️
• Monitor Base ✔️
• Quick Start Guide ✔️
• Warranty Card ✔️
• 1x Power Cord ✔️
• 1x VGA Cable (option) ✔️
• 1x HDMI Cable (option) ✔️

• If any of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer immediately. ✋

1.3 Monitor introduction

1.3.1 Front view

A diagram showing the front of the ASUS VA329HE monitor with labeled controls.

The controls are labeled as follows:

1. Power button/power indicator: Turns the monitor on/off. The color definition of the power indicator is as the below table.

   Status	Description
   White	On
   Amber	Standby mode
   Off	Off

2. Menu button: Press this button to display the OSD menu when the OSD is off. Enters the OSD menu. Toggles the Key Lock function between on and off with a long press for 5 seconds.
3. Exit button: Press this button to display the OSD menu when the OSD is off. Exits the OSD menu. ❌
4. Shortcut 1: Press this button to display the OSD menu when the OSD is off. Default: Input Select hotkey. To change the hotkey function, go to the Shortcut > Shortcut 1 menu.
5. Shortcut 2: Press this button to display the OSD menu when the OSD is off. Default: Brightness hotkey. To change the hotkey function, go to the Shortcut > Shortcut 2 menu. ☀️

1.3.2 Back view

A diagram showing the back of the ASUS VA329HE monitor with labeled ports and slots.

The ports and slots are labeled as follows:

1. AC-IN port: This port connects the power cord.
2. HDMI-1 port: This port is for connection with an HDMI-1 compatible device.
3. HDMI-2 port: This port is for connection with an HDMI-2 compatible device.
4. VGA port: This 15-pin port is for PC VGA connection.
5. Earphone jack: This port is only available when an HDMI/DP cable is connected.
6. Kensington lock slot: A security slot for a Kensington lock.
7. Control buttons: Buttons used to control the monitor's functions.

2.1 Assembling the monitor base

To assemble the monitor base:

1. Have the front of the monitor face down on a table.
2. Attach the base into the arm, making sure the tab on the arm fits into the groove on the base.
3. Fix the base to the arm by rotating the screw until it fits into place.

A diagram illustrating the assembly of the monitor base.

We recommend that you cover the table surface with soft cloth to prevent damage to the monitor. ?

When assembling the base, be sure to tighten the screw to prevent the monitor from shaking.

2.2 Detaching the arm/base (for VESA wall mount)

The detachable arm/base of this monitor is specially designed for VESA wall mount.

To detach the arm/base:

1. Have the front of the monitor face down on a table.
2. Remove the rubbers in the four screw holes. (Figure 1)
3. Remove the base (Figure 2).
4. Remove the hinge cover (Figure 3).
5. Use a screwdriver to remove the screw(s) on the hinge (Figure 4), then remove the hinge.

Diagrams illustrating the detachment process.

We recommend that 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 22.7 kg (Screw size: M4 x 10 mm).

2.3 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 stand to prevent the monitor from falling when you change its angle.
• You can adjust the monitor's angle from +8° to -5°.

A diagram showing the adjustable angle range of the monitor.

It is normal that the monitor slightly shakes while you adjust the viewing angle. ⚖️

2.4 Connecting the cables

Connect the cables as the following instructions:

A diagram showing the connection of power, VGA, HDMI, and earphone cables.

• To connect the power cord: Connect one end of the power cord securely to the monitor's AC input port, the other end to a power outlet. ?
• To connect the VGA/HDMI cable:
  1. Press this button to display the OSD menu when the OSD is off.
  2. Enters the OSD menu.
  3. Toggles the Key Lock function between on and off with a long press for 5 seconds.
• To use the earphone: connect the end with plug type to the monitor's earphone jack when an HDMI signal is fed. ?

2.5 Turning on the monitor

Press the power button ⏻. See page 1-2 for the location of the power button. The power indicator lights up in white to show that the monitor is ON.

3.1 OSD (On-Screen Display) menu

3.1.1 How to reconfigure

Instructions on how to navigate and use the OSD menu.

1. Press any button (except the Power button) to display the OSD menu.

2. Press the Menu button to activate the OSD menu.

3. Press the buttons as indicated on the screen to navigate through the functions. Highlight the desired function and press [Enter]. If the function selected has a sub-menu, press [Up Arrow] and [Down Arrow] again to navigate through the sub-menu functions. Highlight the desired sub-menu function and press [Enter] to activate it.

4. Press [Up Arrow] and [Down Arrow] to change the settings of the selected function.

5. To exit and save the OSD menu, press [Menu] or [Exit] repeatedly until the OSD menu disappears. To adjust other functions, repeat steps 1-4.

3.1.2 OSD Function Introduction

1. Splendid

This function contains 8 sub-functions you can select for your preference. Each mode has the Reset selection, allowing you to maintain your setting or return to the preset mode.

The Splendid modes are:

• Standard Mode: Best choice for document editing with Splendid Video Enhancement. Standard Mode meets Energy Star® requirements.
• Scenery Mode: Best choice for scenery photo display with Splendid Video Enhancement.
• Theater Mode: Best choice for movies with Splendid Video Enhancement.
• Game Mode: Best choice for game playing with Splendid Video Enhancement.
• Night View Mode: Best choice for dark-scene games or movies with Splendid Video Enhancement.
• sRGB Mode: Best choice for viewing photos and graphics from PCs.
• Reading Mode: This is the best choice for book reading.
• Darkroom Mode: This is the best choice for a weak ambient light environment.

Note on configurable functions:

• In the Standard mode, the following functions are not user-configurable: Saturation, Skin Tone, Sharpness, ASCR.
• In the sRGB mode, the following functions are not user-configurable: Brightness, Contrast, Saturation, Color Temp., Skin Tone, Sharpness, ASCR.
• In the Reading mode, the following functions are not user-configurable: Contrast, Saturation, Color Temp., Skin Tone, Sharpness, ASCR.

2. Eye Care

In this function, you can adjust settings to better protect your eyes.

A diagram showing the Eye Care settings.

• Blue Light Filter: In this function, you can adjust the blue light filter from 0 to Max. 0: No change. Max: The higher the level, the less blue light is scattered. When blue light filter is activated, the default settings of Standard Mode will be automatically imported. Besides maximum level, the brightness is user-configurable. Maximum is the optimized setting. It is compliance with TUV low blue light certification*. The brightness function is not user configurable.

*When color augmentation is in default value (50).

To alleviate eye strains:

• Users should take some time away from the display if working for long hours. It is advised to take short breaks (at least 5 mins) after around 1 hour of continuous working at the computer. Taking short and frequent breaks is more effective than a single longer break.
• To minimize eye strain and dryness in your eyes, users should rest the eye periodically by focusing on objects that are far away.
• Eye exercises can help to reduce eye strain. Repeat these exercises often. If eye strain continues please consult a physician. Eye exercises: (1) Repeating look up and down (2) Slowly roll your eyes (3) Move your eyes diagonal.
• High energy blue light may lead to eye strain and AMD (Age-Related Macular Degeneration). Blue light filter to reduce 70% (max.) harmful blue light to avoiding CVS (Computer Vision Syndrome) when the user adjusts blue light filter bar to maximum level.

• Rest Reminder: This function provides you a rest reminder according to how long you set for your working time. For example, if you set a 30-minute working time and there will be a pop up reminder appeared on the upper left corner of the monitor for 5 seconds when time is up. Press any key to make this reminder OSD disappear. When this function is enabled, the following functions are not available: Splendid Demo Mode, GamePlus, QuickFit.
• Color Augmentation: The adjusting range of color enhancement is from 0 to 100. This function is not available when sRGB Mode is selected in the Splendid menu. This function is not available when Reddish or Yellowish is selected in the Skin Tone menu.

3. Color

Set a desired color setting from this menu.

A diagram showing the Color settings.

• Brightness: The adjusting range is from 0 to 100.
• Contrast: The adjusting range is from 0 to 100.
• Saturation: The adjusting range is from 0 to 100.
• Color Temp.: Contains 4 modes including Cool, Normal, Warm and User Mode.
• Skin Tone: Contains three color modes including Reddish, Natural, and Yellowish.

4. Image

Set the image related setting from this menu.

A diagram showing the Image settings.

• Sharpness: The adjusting range is from 0 to 100.
• Trace Free: Adjusts the response time of the monitor.
• Aspect Control: Adjusts the aspect ratio to full, 4:3, or OverScan. 4:3 is only available when input source is in 4:3 format. OverScan is only available for the HDMI input source.
• VividPixel: Enhances the outline of the displayed picture and generates high-quality images on screen.
• ASCR: Turns on/off the ASCR (ASUS Smart Contrast Ratio) function.
• FreeSync: Allows an AMD FreeSync supported* graphics source to dynamically adjust display refresh rate based on typical content frame rates for power efficient, virtually stutter free and low-latency display update (Only available for HDMI input). FreeSync (HDMI only) can only be activated within 48Hz ~ 75Hz. For supported GPUs, minimum PC system and driver requirements, please contact the GPU manufacturers.
• Position: Adjusts the horizontal position (H-Position) and the vertical position (V-Position) of the image. The adjusting range is from 0 to 100 (Only available for VGA input).
• Focus: Reduces Horizontal-line noise and Vertical-line noise of the image by adjusting (Phase) and (Clock) separately. The adjusting range is from 0 to 100 (Only available for VGA input). Phase adjusts the phase of the pixel clock signal. With a wrong phase adjustment, the screen shows horizontal disturbances. Clock (pixel frequency) controls the number of pixels scanned by one horizontal sweep. If the frequency is not correct, the screen shows vertical stripes and the image is not proportional.
• Auto Adjust.: Automatically adjusts the image to its optimized position, clock, and phase. (Only available for VGA input.)

5. Input Select

In this function, you can select your desired input source.

A diagram showing the Input Select menu.

6. System Setup

Allows you to adjust the system.

A diagram showing the System Setup menu.

• Splendid Demo Mode: Splits the screen into two for Splendid modes comparison. (Scenery mode only)
• Volume: The adjusting range is from 0 to 100.
• GamePlus: The GamePlus function provides a toolkit and creates a better gaming environment for users when playing different types of games. The crosshair overlay with different crosshair options lets you choose the one that best suits the game you're playing. There's also an onscreen timer you can position on the left of the display so you can keep track of the elapsed gaming time; while the FPS (frames per second) counter lets you know how smooth the game is running. Display Alignment displays alignment lines on 4 sides of the screen, serving as an easy and handy tool for you to line up multiple monitors perfectly.

Diagrams illustrating GamePlus features: Main menu, Crosshair, Timer, FPS Counter, and Display Alignment.

• QuickFit: You can have a preview of the document or photo layout directly on screen without printing test copies.
• Alignment: This facilitates designers and users to organize content and layout on one page and achieve a consistent look and feel. Diagrams showing Alignment Grid 1 and Alignment Grid 2.
• Photo: The various real photo sizes displayed provides photographers and other users to accurately view and edit their photos in real size on the screen. Images showing 4x6, 3x5, and 2x2 photo sizes.
• ECO Mode: Reduces power consumption.
• OSD Setup:
  • Adjusts the OSD timeout from 10 to 120 seconds.
  • Enables or disables the DDC/CI function.
  • Adjusts the OSD background from opaque to transparent.
• Language: There are 21 languages for your selection, including English, French, German, Italian, Spanish, Dutch, Portuguese, Russian, Czech, Croatian, Polish, Romanian, Hungarian, Turkish, Simplified Chinese, Traditional Chinese, Japanese, Korean, Thai, Indonesian, Persian.
• Key Lock: To disable all function keys. Press the second button from the right over five seconds to cancel the key lock function.
• Information: Shows the monitor information.
• Power Indicator: Turns the power LED indicator on/off.
• Power Key Lock: Enables or disables the power key.
• All Reset: "Yes" allows you to restore the default settings.

7. Shortcut

Defines the functions for Shortcut 1 and 2 buttons.

A diagram showing the Shortcut menu.

• Shortcut 1/Shortcut 2: Selects a function for Shortcut 1 and 2 buttons. When a certain function is selected or activated, your shortcut key may not support. Available function choices for shortcut: Blue Light Filter, Splendid, Brightness, Auto Adjust, Contrast, Color Temp., QuickFit, Input Select, GamePlus, Rest Reminder, Color Augmentation.

3.2 Specifications summary

A table summarizing the technical specifications of the ASUS VA329HE monitor.

Specifications are subject to change without notice.

3.3 Troubleshooting (FAQ)

A table listing common problems and their possible solutions.

3.4 Supported operating modes

A table listing the supported operating modes, including resolution, vertical frequency, horizontal frequency, and pixel rate.

*"P", "N" stands for "Positive", "Negative" polarity of incoming H-sync/V-sync (input timing). Timing mode :

When the monitor is operating in the video mode (ie, not displaying data) using the HDMI connector, the following high definition modes shall be supported in addition to standard definition video.