Page 2 - Table of contents; Specifications
ii Copyright © 2013 ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. All Rights Reserved.No part of this manual, including the products and software described in it, may be reproduced, transmitted, transcribed, stored in a retrieval system, or translated into any language in any form or by any means, except documentation kept...
Page 3 - Notices; Federal Communications Commission Statement
iii 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 c...
Page 4 - Safety information
iv 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 ...
Page 6 - Where to find more information; and software updates.; Optional documentation; have been added by your dealer. These documents are not part of
vi 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 Yo...
Page 7 - Package contents
1-1 ASUS LCD Monitor PB298Q 1.1 Welcome! Thank you for purchasing the ASUS ® 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. With these features, you can enjoy the convenience an...
Page 8 - Monitor introduction; Front view
1-2 Chapter 1: Product Introduction 1.3 Monitor introduction 1.3.1 Front view 6 7 4 5 3 1 2 1. QuickFit Button: • This is a hotkey to activate the QuickFit function designed for alignment. • The QuickFit function contains 7 pages of common grid patterns, paper sizes, and photo sizes. See page 1-5 fo...
Page 10 - Back view; Kensington Lock Slot
1-4 Chapter 1: Product Introduction 1.3.2 Back view 2 1 5 6 4 3 7 1. AC-in Port 2. DisplayPort 3. DVI Port 4. HDMI Port 5. Audio-in Port 6. Earphone-out Port 7. Kensington Lock Slot
Page 11 - QuickFit function; layout on one page and achieve a consistent look and feel.; Alignment Grid; view and edit their photos in real size on the screen.
1-5 ASUS LCD Monitor PB298Q 1.3.3 QuickFit function The QuickFit function contains three patterns: (1) Grid (2) Paper size (3) Photo size. 1. Grid pattern: Facilitates designers and users to organize content and layout on one page and achieve a consistent look and feel. Alignment Grid QuickFit EXIT ...
Page 12 - Assembling the base and stand; To assemble the base and stand:; the angle that is most comfortable for you.
2-1 Chapter 2: Setup 2.1 Assembling the base and stand To assemble the base and stand: 1. Carefully put the front of the monitor face down on a clean table. 2. Attach the stand to the monitor, use a screwdriver (not included) and 4 screws taken out of the package to lock the stand to the monitor tig...
Page 13 - Connecting cables; To detach the base and stand:
2-2 ASUS LCD Monitor PB298Q 2.2 Connecting cables Connect the cables you need based on the introductions on chapter 1.3.2, page 1-4. 2.3 Detaching the base and stand To detach the base and stand: 1. Disconnect power and signal cables. Carefully put the front of the monitor face down on a clean table...
Page 14 - Adjusting the monitor; lift the monitor’s height for about 150mm.
2-3 Chapter 2: Setup 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 m...
Page 15 - How to reconfigure
3-1 ASUS LCD Monitor PB298Q 3.1 OSD (On-Screen Display) menu 3.1.1 How to reconfigure PB298 Splendid Color Image Sound Input Select Move Menu Exit System Setup Scenery Mode Standard Mode Theater Mode Game Mode Night View Mode sRGB 1. Press the button to activate the OSD menu. 2. Press and to nav...
Page 18 - Adjust the sound settings to your preference.; DVI; Adjust the system configuration.
3-4 Chapter 3: General Instruction 4. Sound Adjust the sound settings to your preference. PB298 Splendid Color Image Sound Input Select Move Menu Exit System Setup Volume Mute Source 50 OFF DisplayPort 5. Input Select Select the input source from DVI , HDMI , or DisplayPort . PB298 Splendid Color Im...
Page 20 - Model
3-6 Chapter 3: General Instruction 3.2 Specifications Model PB298Q Panel Size 29” W (73.025 cm) Max. Resolution 2560 x 1080 Brightness (Typ.) 300 cd/m 2 Intrisinc Contrast Ratio (Typ.) ≧ 1000:1 Dynamic Contrast Ratio (Typ.) ≧ 80,000,000:1 Viewing Angle (CR=10) 178°(H) / 178°(V) Color Saturation (NTS...
Page 22 - Supported Timing List; VESA / IBM Modes Support Timing
3-8 Chapter 3: General Instruction 3.4 Supported Timing List VESA / IBM Modes Support Timing (DVI, HDMI, and DisplayPort inputs) Resolution Refresh Rate Horizontal Frequency 640 x 350 70 Hz 31.469 KHz 640 x 480 60 Hz 31.469 KHz 640 x 480 67 Hz 35 KHz 640 x 480 75 Hz 37.5 KHz 720 x 400 70 Hz 31.469 K...