I bought this monitor to use with my Mac Book Pro 15" laptop (latest model). The monitor looks great, very easy to assemble, and very very light weight. Unfortunately, I'm having difficulty getting it work properly though.The monitor came with a VGA-VGA cable. When I connected it to my laptop using a Mini DisplayPort - VGA adaptor, the highest resolution I could use on the monitor was 1440 X 900. That's same as my laptop's resolution and basically defeats my very purpose of having an external monitor.
Next I tried with the HDMI-DVI cable which was also bundled with the monitor. I connected to the laptop using Mini DisplayPort - DVI adaptor. This time, I could select up to 1600 X 900 on the monitor. It's better than what I could get with VGA cables, but still not using the highest resolution possible with this monitor (1920 X 1080).
With HDMI-DVI setup, I also see a few additional resolution choices at the top on the Display Preferences on my mac : 1080p, 1080i, 720p, and 480p. They all have a TV icon next to them, and I figure they're for using the monitor as TV. I selected 1080p from that list, but the text display on the screen is still not crisp and I still see it grainy. And I can't figure out how to tell the laptop or monitor to treat it as a regular LCD monitor rather than a TV.
At this point, I am not sure if it is an issue of mac-compatible drivers or this is what the monitor is capable of with a Mac. I couldn't find any Mac drivers from Asus website either. I want to keep the monitor because it's a great-looking piece, but what good is it if it doesn't work as well as it claims to?I am curious how one of the reviewers got it to work perfectly fine with his 13" Mac Book Pro - would you care to share details of your settings, perhaps? Thanks.
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Product Description:
ASUS MS226H Designo Series LCD Monitor – A Visual Masterpiece
Full HD and HDMI ready, the 22-inch MS226H LCD monitor showcases your entertainment in a 1080p resolution with rich colors and crystal clarity.
Breath-taking images are now wrapped in a razor-thin silhouette. Only 16.5mm (0.65-inch) deep, MS series is the slimmest ASUS LCD monitor yet. The distinctively designed MS Designo Series LCD monitors by ASUS features a unique ring stand that minimizes footprint and enables one-touch tilt adjustment through its Ergo-Fit feature. With its sleek geometric design and glossy piano-black/pearl white bezel, the MS226H brings a modern and contemporary touch to your home or office.
With features such as ASUS' exclusive Splendid Video Intelligence Technology, ASCR (ASUS Smart Contrast Ratio) Technology and Aspect Control, the MS226H optimizes your visual experience for all user-scenarios and environments.
Give your eyes a treat today with the ASUS MS226H!
Key Features
Ultra-slim profile at only 16.5mm (0.65-inch) thin
Ergo-fit ring stand for minimum footprint and easy angle adjustment
21.5-inch Full 1080p HD widescreen with 2ms quick (GTG) response time
HDMI and D-Sub inputs for brilliant clarity, smooth transition and for wide compatibility (HDMI-DVI cable also included)
Splendid Video Intelligence Technology with 5 preset scenario modes and 3 skin-tone presets
LED Touch-sensor buttons for easy adjustments and access to Splendid presets
ASUS Smart Contrast Ratio boosts contrast to a brilliant 50,000:1
Energy saving of up to 40% compared to previous generation LCD monitors
HDCP support and Windows Vista certified enables full-quality digital HD content playback
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ASUS Innovation and Quality
ASUS is the world leader in motherboards and graphics cards, and is the fastest growing of the top 10 notebook brands.*The ASUS product portfolio includes notebooks, Eee PCs, motherboards, graphics cards, and much more.
In 2009 alone, ASUS products won 3,268 distinguished awards thanks to the innovative user-centric technologies such as Splendid Video Intelligence, the ASUS exclusive display optimization technology that is included in every ASUS LCD monitors and notebooks.
High Definition Cinematics Right On Your Desk
ASUS MS226H features as 21.5-inch 16:9 widescreen display with 1920x1080 resolution that enables borderless Full HD 1080p full-screen video display. Its vibrant ASUS Splendid display engine and HDMI input provides life-like images so you can enjoy stunning details with smooth transition and brilliant clarity.HDMI provides pristine and stunning video clarity Full HD multimedia enjoyment with PC, gaming consoles, Blu-ray players, O!Play Media player...etc.
Also onboard is a 3.5mm audio output (sourced from HDMI) to connect to your headphones or speaker system for a complete entertainment experience.
The MS226H features ASCR (ASUS Smart Contrast Ratio) Technology which automatically adjusts the luminance of the backlight for better displays according to the image contents, and boosts the contrast ratio to an amazing 50,000:1 – resulting in more realistic rendering of night scenes during games or movies.
View your images and videos the way they are meant to be displayed. MS226H's Aspect Control function allows users to select a preferred display mode between Full 16:9 and 4:3 modes for true-to-life gaming or movie watching without any quality loss or image distortion.
Intelligent Image Enhancement & 2ms Response Time
ASUS Splendid Video Intelligence Technology utilizes an advanced color engine to detect activation and usage of video applications. It will then automatically optimize image quality with intelligent color, brightness, contrast, and sharpness corrections for the best visual results.The Splendid offers 5 video modes designed for scenery, theater, gaming, night view, and standard images scenarios. It also provides 3 skin tones of yellowish, natural and reddish to produce realistic visuals of the human objects in your videos.
You can see optimized images on screen and select between the five modes via a hotkey quickly at your will.
By utilizing an ASUS Trace-Free LCD panel, the MS226H provides a 2ms (G-to-G) quick response time for smooth and seamless transitions between frames; perfect for action packed movies or games.
Sleek and User-friendly Design for the Modern Livingspace
The ultra-slim ASUS MS226H is wrapped in a glossy piano-black frame and pearl white rear bezel for an elegant fit into your livingspace. Complemented by the smart auto-dimming LED touch-sensor buttons, every detail is carefully crafted for an upscale design that is sure to impress. The simple geometric lines and the symmetrical design that is inherent in the MS series gives more room to your desks with its small footprint through the minimalist design philosophy.
Its unique ring stand also serves as a base for the Ergo-Fit to provide an easy angle adjustment setup that allows you to tilt back up to 20° with just the push of one finger.
The MS Series is also practical with its built-in Kensington security lock for added security in public environment.
Delivers Vibrant Images with Green Power Efficiency
The MS226H is Energy Star 5.0 certified, making it an easy choice for people that want to give the environment a helping hand or save on electricity costs. ASUS MS226H monitor features green power technology that uses just two lamps, resulting in up to a 40% reduction in power consumption. With just two lamps used, the use of mercury is greatly reduced compared to other LCD monitors, contributing to a greener environment.
In combination, the MS226H is equipped with an advanced optical film that delivers 250 nits brightness, providing uncompromised brightness and power savings.
ASUS MS226H also meets RoHS environmental standards, ensuring the sustainability of the planet throughout the manufacturing of the product. It is easy to be green with ASUS.
Warranty
ASUS 3 Years LCD Monitor Warranty + 3 Years Panel Warranty
ASUS MS226H comes with ASUS 3 years LCD monitor warranty for its casing and panel. Accessories and cables come with a 1 year warranty.Within 3 years, if more than 3 bright dots and/or 5 dark dots are found, ASUS will replace the panel under the warranty.
A bright dot is a white defective dot that is over 1/2 of the whole sub-pixel under BLACK pattern.
A dark dot is a black defective dot that is over 1/2 of the whole sub-pixel under any pattern.
Please visit Support.ASUS.com for more details on ASUS LCD monitor warranty policy.
What's in the Box
ASUS MS226H LCD Monitor
HDMI-DVI Cable
VGA Cable
Power Cord & Adapter
Quick Starter Guide
Warranty Information Card
Specifications
Panel Size: 21.5-inch Wide Screen
True Resolution: 1920x1080 (Full HD)
Pixel Pitch: 0.248mm
Brightness(Max): 250 cd/m2
Contrast Ratio (Max): 50,000:1 (ASCR)
Display Color: 16.7M
Viewing Angle (CR>=10): 170°(H)/160°(V)
Response Time: 2 ms (gray-to-gray)
Video Features: SPLENDID Video Intelligence Technology, SPLENDID Video Preset Modes (5 modes), Skin-Tone Selection (3 mode), HDCP support, Color Temperature Selection (5 modes)
Convenient Hotkey: SPLENDID Video Preset Mode Selection, Auto. Adjustment, Brightness Adjustment, Contrast Adjustment, Input Selection
Video Input: HDMI 1.3
AV Audio Input: HDMI 1.3
Audio Output: 3.5mmMini-jack (for HDMI only)
PC Video Input: HDMI 1.3 / D-Sub
Analog Signal Frequency: 30~83kHz(H)/ 50~75 Hz(V)
Digital Signal Frequency: 30 ~ 83KHz(H)/50 ~ 75 Hz(V)
Power Consumption: Power Consumption < 31 W, Power Saving Mode < 1 W
Chassis Colors: Black
Tilt: +10°~ +20°
VESA Wall Mounting: not available
Security: Kensington lock
Phys.Dimension(WxHxD): 20.45 x 14.87 x 6.14 inches
Box Dimension(WxHxD): 23.11 x 16.93 x 5.51 inches
Net Weight (estimated): 7.17 lbs
Gross Weight (estimated): 11.57 lbs
Regulation Approval: Energy Star 5.0, UL/cUL, CB, CE, FCC, CCC, BSMI, Gost-R, C-Tick, MEPS, VCCI, PSE, J-MOSS, China Energy Label, RoHS, WEEE, Vista WHQL
All specifications are subject to change without notice.
Color and bundled software versions are subject to change without notice.
Brand and product names mentioned are trademarks of their respective companies.
Product may not be exactly as shown in photos.
* According to IDC's Q4 2008 Worldwide Portable PC Shipments data.
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