Page 3 - Contents; Specifications summary
iii Contents Contents ...................................................................................................... iiiNotices ......................................................................................................... ivSafety information ........................................
Page 4 - Notices; Federal Communications Commission Statement
iv 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 cau...
Page 5 - Safety information; monitor may result in serious physical injury.
v Safety information 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. • Before setting up t...
Page 6 - The following symptoms are normal with the monitor:; desktop pattern you use.; Conventions used in this guide; IMPORTANT: Information that you MUST follow to complete a task.
vi 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...
Page 7 - Where to find more information; Optional documentation
vii 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 Y...
Page 9 - Thank you for purchasing the ASUS; Package contents
1 ASUS MK221 Series LCD Monitor 1.1 Welcome! Thank you for purchasing the ASUS ® MK221 Series LCD monitor! The latest widescreen LCD monitor from ASUS provides a crisper, broader, and brighter display, plus a host of features that enhance your viewing experience. Besides, the built-in 1.3 mega-pixel...
Page 10 - Monitor introduction; Control panel
2 ASUS MK221 Series LCD Monitor MENU MIC ARRAY MENU 1.3 Monitor introduction 1.3.1 Front view Base 1. button: • Use this hotkey to switch from five video preset modes (Game Mode, Night View Mode, Scenery Mode, Standard Mode, Theater Mode) with SPLENDID™ Video Enhancement Technology. • Exit the OSD m...
Page 11 - HDMI port; Rear connectors
3 ASUS MK221 Series LCD Monitor Status Description Blue ON Amber Standby mode OFF OFF 5. button • Use this hotkey to switch among the three input sources: VGA, DVI, HDMI. (MK221H only) • Automatically adjust the image to its optimized position, clock, and • Automatically adjust the image to its opti...
Page 12 - Assembling the monitor base; To assemble the monitor base:; Adjusting the monitor
4 ASUS MK221 Series LCD Monitor 2.1 Assembling the monitor base To assemble the monitor base: 1. Have the front of the monitor face down on a table. 2. Connect the base with the arm according to the below drawing. A click shows that the base has been connected successfully. We recommend that you cov...
Page 13 - Push up the cable cover to remove it from the arm (Figure 1).
5 ASUS MK221 Series LCD Monitor 2.3 Detaching the arm/base (for VESA wall mount) The detachable arm/base of the MK221 Series LCD monitor is specially designed for VESA wall mount. To detach the arm/base: 1. Push up the cable cover to remove it from the arm (Figure 1). 2. Have the front of the monito...
Page 14 - Connecting the cables; Connect the cables as shown:; Turning on the monitor; To connect the power cord:; connect one end of the power cord; To connect the signal cables; Input Select; To connect the audio cable; : connect the audio cable from the monitor’s; To connect to external speakers:; Connect an audio-out cable from
6 ASUS MK221 Series LCD Monitor 2.4 Connecting the cables Connect the cables as shown: 2.5 Turning on the monitor Gently press the power button . See page 1-2 for the location of the power button. The power indicator lights up in blue to show that the monitor is ON. 1. Power cord2. HDMI signal cable...
Page 15 - support; System requirements
7 ASUS MK221 Series LCD Monitor 2.6 Built-in webcam with Mic Array support The built-in 1.3 megapixel webcam with array microphones (Mic Array support) allows you to take pictures, have a video conference, or record audio-video clips. While chatting with friends via Internet-based communication tool...
Page 16 - LifeFrame 2 software; Installation instructions; Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the installation
8 ASUS MK221 Series LCD Monitor 2.7 LifeFrame 2 software ASUS MK221 provides the easy-to-use LifeFrame 2 software that can work with the webcam, allowing users to create their own photos or video clips. • LifeFrame 2 only supports Microsoft ® Windows ® Vista/XP Service Pack 2 operating systems. • Th...
Page 17 - Scenery Mode; ASCR; sRGB
9 ASUS MK221 Series LCD Monitor 3.1 OSD (On-Screen Display) menu 3.1.1 How to reconfigure 1. Press the MENU button to activate the OSD menu. 2. Press and to navigate through the functions. Highlight and activate the desired function by pressing the MENU button. If the function selected has a sub-men...
Page 18 - Select the image color you like
10 ASUS MK221 Series LCD Monitor • 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 ve...
Page 20 - Specifications summary
12 ASUS MK221 Series LCD Monitor 3.2 Specifications summary (continued on the next page) Panel Type TFT LCD (72% NTSC) Panel size 22" wide screen True Resolution WSXGA+ 1680 x 1050 Pixel pitch 0.282mm Brightness 300cd/m 2 (Typical) Contrast Ratio 1000:1 (ASCR Off) / 5 000:1 (ASCR ON) Viewing ang...
Page 21 - Accessories
13 ASUS MK221 Series LCD Monitor *Specifications are subject to change without notice. Specifications summary Accessories VGA cable, DVI cable (MK221H only), audio cable, USB cable, power cord, support CD, quick start guide, warranty card Regulation approvals Energy Star ® , CB, CE, Gost-R, CCC, UL/...
Page 22 - Problem
14 ASUS MK221 Series LCD Monitor 3.3 Troubleshooting (FAQ) Problem Possible Solution Power LED is not ON • Press the button to check if the monitor is in the ON mode. • Check if the power cord is properly connected to the monitor and the power outlet. The power LED lights amber and there is no scree...
Page 23 - Supported operating modes
15 ASUS MK221 Series LCD Monitor 3.4 Supported operating modes * 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. * This monitor supports full HD (480i/p, 576i/p, 720p, 1080i/p) video contents from game console...
