Asus PA24A Series User manual
PA24A Series
LCD Monitor
User Guide
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First Edition
July 2018
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Contents
1.3.1 Front view ....................................................................... 1-2
1.3.2 Back view ........................................................................ 1-3
1.3.3 Other Function(s) ............................................................ 1-4
3.1.1 How to recongure .......................................................... 3-1
3.1.2 OSD function introduction ............................................... 3-2
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Notices
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 into 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 modications
to this unit not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could
void the user’s authority to operate this equipment.
As an Energy Star® Partner, our company has determined that this
product meets the Energy Star® guidelines for energy efciency.
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.
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Safety information
• Before setting up the monitor, carefully read all the documentation that came
with the package.
• To prevent re 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 x it by yourself. Contact a qualied
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 extention cords. Overloading can result in re
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.
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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 monitor. Never spray cleaner directly on the screen, as it may
drip inside the monitor and cause an electric shock.
• 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 ashes, or cannot work anymore, contact
your dealer or service center to x it. Do not repair the screen by yourself!
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.
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Refer to the following sources for additional information and for product and
software updates.
The ASUS websites worldwide provide updated information on ASUS
hardware and software products. Refer to http://www.asus.com
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.
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Congratulations!
This product is TCO Certified for Sustainable IT
TCO Certified is an international third party sustainability certification for
IT products. TCO Certified ensures that the manufacture, use and
recycling of IT products reflect environmental, social and economic
responsibility. Every TCO Certified product model is verified by an
accredited independent test laboratory.
This product has been verified to meet all the criteria in TCO Certified, including:
Corporate Social Responsibility
Socially responsible production - working conditions and labor law in manufacturing country
Energy Efficiency
Energy efficiency of product and power supply. Energy Star compliant, where applicable
Environmental Management System
Manufacturer must be certified according to either ISO 14001 or EMAS
Minimization of Hazardous Substances
Limits on cadmium, mercury, lead & hexavalent chromium including requirements for mercury-free
products, halogenated substances and hazardous flame retardants
Design for Recycling
Coding of plastics for easy recycling. Limit on the number of different plastics used.
Product Lifetime, Product Take Back
Minimum one-year product warranty. Minimum three-year availability of spare parts. Product takeback
Packaging
Limits on hazardous substances in product packaging. Packaging prepared for recycling
Ergonomic, User-centered design
Visual ergonomics in products with a display. Adjustability for user comfort (displays, headsets)
Acoustic performance protection against sound spikes (headsets) and fan noise (projectors, computers)
Ergonomically designed keyboard (notebooks)
Electrical Safety, minimal electro-magnetic Emissions
Third Party Testing
All certified product models have been tested in an independent, accredited laboratory.
A detailed criteria set is available for download at www.tcodevelopment.com, where you can also
find a searchable database of all TCO Certified IT products.
TCO Development, the organization behind TCO Certified, has been an international driver in the
field of Sustainable IT for 20 years. Criteria in TCO Certified are developed in collaboration with
scientists, experts, users and manufacturers. Organizations around the world rely on TCO Certified
as a tool to help them reach their sustainable IT goals. We are owned by TCO, a non-profit
organization representing office workers. TCO Development is headquartered in Stockholm,
Sweden, with regional presence in North America and Asia.
For more information, please visit
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1-1ASUS PA24A Series LCD Monitor
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
Power cord
HDMI cable
USB Type-C to Type-C cable
USB Type-C to Type-A cable
DisplayPort cable
Cable clip
Color Calibration Testing Report
Input/Output port cover
Color Calibrator (for PA24AC-K only)
If any of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer
immediately.
1-2 Chapter 1: Product introduction
1.3 Monitor introduction
Menu
Close
Input Select
Brightness
2
4
5
3
1
1. Menu (5-way) button:
• Press this button to enter the OSD menu.
• Enacts the selected OSD menu items.
• Increases/Decreases values or moves your selection up/down/left/right.
2. Close button:
• Exits the OSD menu.
• Toggles the Key Lock function between on and off with a long press for
5 seconds.
3. Input select button:
• Selects an available input source.
Press button (Input Select button) to display HDMI-1, HDMI-2, DisplayPort
or USB Type C signal after you connect HDMI/DisplayPort/USB cable with the
monitor.
4. Shortcut
• Default: Brightness hotkey
• To change the hotkey function, go to the Shortcut > Shortcut menu.
5. Power button/power indicator
• Turns the monitor on/off.
• The color denition of the power indicator is as the below table.
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White On
Amber Standby mode
Off Off
1 2 3 4 5 76 8 9
.
. Press the switch to turn on/off power.
. This port connects the power cord.
. These ports are for connection with an HDMI compatible device.
. This port is for connection with a DisplayPort compatible
device.
The default setting of DisplayPort Stream in the OSD menu is DisplayPort
1.2. You can change it to DisplayPort 1.1 when your device output signal is
DisplayPort 1.1.
. This port is for service only.
. This port is for connection with a USB upstream cable. The
connection supports USB power and data delivery.
This monitor is Super-Speed USB 3.0 compatible (5Gbps). The port offers Max.
60W power delivery with output voltage 5V, 9V, 12V, 15V and 20V. Connecting
the USB Type-C cable can input the DisplayPort source, output power and
enable the USB Type-A ports (downstream) on the monitor. Connecting the
USB Type-C to Type-A cable only enables the USB Type-A ports (downstream)
on the monitor.
These ports are for connection with USB devices, such as
USB keyboard/mouse, USB ash drive, etc.
Port with icon is BC1.2 DCP (Dedicated Charging Port) compliant with
Max. 2A. When the USB upstream port is connected to a device, it will only
charge 900mA.
.
1-4 Chapter 1: Product introduction
1. HDR
The monitor supports HDR format from inpust source HDMI-1, HDMI-2 or
DisplayPort. When detecting HDR content, an "HDR ON" message will pop up and
display in the Information page.
When displaying HDR content, the following function(s) are not available:
Splendid menu, Blue Light Filter menu, Color menu, Trace Free, Uniformity
Compensation, VividPixel, PIP/PBP Setting menu, QuickFit menu, Splendid
Demo Mode and ECO Mode.
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2.1 Attaching the arm/base
To assemble the monitor base:
1. Have the front of the monitor face down on a table.
2. Remove the input/output port cover (Figure 1).
3. Attach the base into the arm, making sure the tab on the arm ts into the
groove on the base (Figure 2).
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1
(Figure 1) (Figure 2)
We recommend that you cover the table surface with soft cloth to prevent
damage to the monitor.
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 input/output port cover (Figure 1).
3. Press the release button, and then detach the arm/base from the monitor
(Figure 2).
2
1
(Figure 1) (Figure 2)
We recommend that you cover the table surface with soft cloth to prevent
damage to the monitor.
2-2 Chapter 2: Setup
• 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).
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 +23˚ to -5˚, and it allows 45˚ swivel
adjustment from either left or right. You can also adjust the monitor’s height
within +/- 110 mm.
+23° ~ -5°
110mm
45° 0°
45°
(Tilt) (Swivel) (Height adjustment)
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1. Lift the monitor to the highest position.
2. Tilt the monitor to its maximum angle.
3. Pivot the monitor to the angle you need.
+23° ~ -5°
It is normal that the monitor slightly shakes while you adjust the viewing angle.
4. The OSD menu item will automatically rotate when the monitor rotates.
Menu
Close
Input Select
Brightness
Menu
Close
Input Select
Brightness
2-4 Chapter 2: Setup
2.4 Connecting the cables
1. Connect the cables as the following instructions:
For service only
: Connect one end of the power cord securely to
the monitor’s AC input port, the other end to a power outlet.
:
a. Plug one end of the HDMI/DisplayPort cable to the monitor’s HDMI/
DisplayPort jack.
b. Connect the other end of the HDMI/DisplayPort cable to your device's
HDMI/DisplayPort jack.
connect the end with plug type to the monitor’s
earphone jack when an HDMI/DisplayPort/USB Type-C (DisplayPort Alternate
Mode) signal is fed.
:
»Upstream: Use the supplied USB Type-C to Type-C or USB Type-C
to Type-A cable. Make sure your computer is installed with the latest
Windows 7/Windows 8.1/Windows 10 operating system. That will enable
the USB ports on the monitor to work.
»Downstream: Plug the USB Type-A cable of your device to the monitor's
USB Type-A jack.
»USB Type-A jack can be used for Color Calibrator.
When these cables are connected, you can choose the desired signal
from the Input Select item in the OSD menu.
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2. Attach the input/output port cover and/or cable clip if needed.
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.
2-6 Chapter 2: Setup
3-1ASUS PA24A Series LCD Monitor
3.1 OSD (On-Screen Display) menu
Standard Mode
sRGB Mode
Rec.709 Mode
Scenery Mode
Reading Mode
Darkroom Mode
User Mode 1
User Mode 2
Splendid ASUS PA24AC
Standard Mode DisplayPort 1920 x 1200@ 60Hz
1. Press the Menu (5-way) button to activate the OSD menu.
2. Move the Menu (5-way) button up/down/left/right to navigate through
the functions. Highlight the desired function and press the Menu (5-way)
button to activate it. If the function selected has a sub-menu, move the
Menu (5-way) button up/down to navigate through the sub-menu functions.
Highlight the desired sub-menu function and press the Menu (5-way)
button or move the Menu (5-way) button to activate it.
3. Move the Menu (5-way) button up/down to change the settings of the
selected function.
4. To exit and save the OSD menu, press the button or move the Menu
(5-way) left repeatedly until the OSD menu disappears. To adjust other
functions, repeat steps 1-3.
3-2 Chapter 3: OSD (On-Screen Display) menu
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.
To activate this function, you need to do the following: disable HDR on your
device.
Standard Mode
sRGB Mode
Rec.709 Mode
Scenery Mode
Reading Mode
Darkroom Mode
User Mode 1
User Mode 2
Splendid ASUS PA24AC
Standard Mode DisplayPort 1920 x 1200@ 60Hz
: Best choice for document editing with SplendidPlus
Video Enhancement.
: Compatible with sRGB color space, sRGB mode is the best
choice for document editing.
Compatible with Rec.709 color space.
Best choice for scenery photo display with SplendidPlus
Video Enhancement.
: This is the best choice for book reading.
: This is the best choice for a weak ambient light
environment.
: Allows you to make color adjustments in the
Adanced Setting. You can also save one or two ProArt Calibration profiles
as User Mode 1/User Mode 2 after executing ProArt Calibration and then
have quick access here.
Please apply the following settings while performing ProArt color calibration via
HDMI:
• Set output dynamic to full range.
• Set output color format to RGB.
• Set output color depth to 8 bit.
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