Table of Contents
- Notices
- Safety information
- Care & Cleaning
ASUS VG279Q1A User Manual
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Table of contents
Notices ......................................................................................................... iii
Safety information ...................................................................................... iv
Care & Cleaning .......................................................................................... vi
1.1 Welcome! ...................................................................................... 1-1
1.2 Package contents ......................................................................... 1-1
1.3 Assembling the monitor .............................................................. 1-2
1.4 Connect cables ............................................................................. 1-3
1.4.1 Rear of the LCD monitor ................................................. 1-3
1.5 Monitor introduction .................................................................... 1-4
1.5.1 Using the Controls button .............................................. 1-4
2.1 Adjusting the monitor .................................................................. 2-1
2.2 Detaching the arm/stand (for VESA wall mount) ...................... 2-2
2.3 Outline dimension ........................................................................ 2-3
3.1 OSD (On-Screen Display) menu ................................................. 3-1
3.1.1 Howtorecongure .......................................................... 3-1
3.1.2 OSD Function Introduction .............................................. 3-2
3.2 Specications ............................................................................... 3-7
3.3 Troubleshooting (FAQ) ................................................................ 3-8
3.4 Supported Timing List ................................................................. 3-9
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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 manufacturer’s 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.
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.
The device may fall, causing serious personal injury or death. To prevent
injury,thisdevicemustbesecurelyattachedtotheoor/wallinaccordance
with the installation instructions.
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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.
• The socket-outlet shall be installed near the equipment and shall be
easily accessible
• If you encounter technical problems with the monitor, contact a
qualified service technician or your retailer.
• Provide an earthing connection before the mains plug is connected to
the mains. And, when disconnecting the earthing connection, be sure
to disconnect after pulling out the mains plug from the mains.
• Please use ADP-65GD B of DELTA adapter
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WARNING
Usageofotherthanspeciedhead-orearphonescanresultinhearing
loss due to excessive sound pressures.
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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 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:
• The screen may flicker during the initial use due to the nature of the
fluorescent light. Turn off the Power Switch and turn it on again to
make sure that the flicker disappears.
• 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.
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Wheretondmoreinformation
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.
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ASUS LCD Monitor VG279Q1A Series
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 and delightful visual
experience that the monitor brings you!
1.2 Package contents
Check your package for the following items:
LCD Monitor
Base
Quick Start Guide
Warranty Card
Adapter
1x Power Cord
1x HDMI Cable (optional)
1x DP Cable (optional)
• If any of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer
immediately.
1-2 Chapter 1: Product Introduction
1.3 Assembling the monitor
To assemble the monitor:
1. Align the screw hole on the arm with the bundled screw on the base.
Then insert the base into the arm.
2. Fix the base to the arm by fastening the bundled screw.
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*Base screw size: M6 x 17mm
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1.4 Connect cables
1.4.1 Rear of the LCD monitor
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HDMI-2
HDMI-1
DCIN
1. Earphone - out Port
2. DP - in Port
3. HDMI2 Port
4. HDMI1 Port
5. DC-IN Port
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1.5 Monitor introduction
1.5.1 Using the Controls button
Use the control button on the back of the monitor to adjust the image
settings.
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1. Power Indicator:
• The color definition of the power indicator is as the below table.
Status Description
White ON
Amber Standby mode
OFF OFF
2. Power Button:
• Press this button to turn the monitor on/off.
3. GameVisual Button:
• Press this hotkey to switch from seven video preset modes
(Scenery Mode, Racing Mode, Cinema Mode, RTS/RPG Mode, FPS
Mode, sRGB Mode and MOBA Mode) with GameVisual™ Video
Intelligence Technology.
4. GamePlus Button:
• GamePlus: The GamePlus Function provides a toolkit and creates a
better gaming environment for users when playing different types of
games. Particularly, Crosshair function is specially designed for new
gamers or beginners interested in First Person Shooter (FPS) games.
To active GamePlus:
• Press GamePlus Button to enter the GamePlus main menu.
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• Activate Crosshair, Timer, FPS Counter or Display Alignment
function.
• Move the ( ) button up/down to select and press ( ) to
confirm the function needed. Press to go off, and exit.
• Crosshair/Timer/FPS Counter is movable by pressing 5-way key.
GamePlus main menu GamePlus-Crosshair GamePlus-Timer
5. Close Button:
• Exit the OSD menu.
6. (5-way) Button:
• Turns on the OSD menu. Enacts the selected OSD menu item.
• Increases/Decreases values or moves your selection up/down/left/right
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2.1 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.
• Youcanadjustthemonitor’sanglefrom+23˚to-5˚anditallows15˚
swivel adjustment from either left or right.
-5 ~ 23
15° 15°
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2.2 Detaching the arm/stand (for VESA wall
mount)
The detachable stand of this monitor is specially designed for VESA wall
mount.
To detach the arm/stand
1. Disconnect power and signal cables. Carefully put the monitor
facedown on its EPS packaging.
2. Remove the four (4) screws securing the arm to the rear of the
monitor.
3. Detach the stand (arm and base) from 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 28.8 kg
(Screw size: M4 x 10 mm).
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2.3 Outline dimension
Unit: mm
614.09
364.00
454.34
56.95
213.79
70.71
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3.1 OSD (On-Screen Display) menu
3.1.1 Howtorecongure
Shadow Boost
Gaming
OverDrive
ELMB
GamePlus
FreeSync Premium
Racing Mode HDMI-1 1280x768@60Hz
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GameVisual
1. Press Central of 5-way to activate the OSD menu.
2. Press the and buttons to toggle between options in the
Menu. As you move from one icon to another, the option name is
highlighted.
3. To select the highlighted item on the menu press the Center key.
4. Press the and buttons to select the desired parameter.
5. Press the Center key to enter the slide bar and then use the or
buttons, according to the indicators on the menu, to make your
changes.
6. Press the ◄/► to move left / right menu.
3-2 Chapter 3: General Instruction
3.1.2 OSD Function Introduction
1. Gaming
This function contains six sub-functions that you can select for your
preference.
Shadow Boost
Gaming
OverDrive
ELMB
GamePlus
FreeSync Premium
Racing Mode HDMI-1 1280x768@60Hz
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GameVisual
• OverDrive: The adjusting range is from 0 to 100.
• FreeSync Premium: It can allow a 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.
• ELMB: Check to decrease motion blur and minimize ghosting part when
on-screen objects are fast moving.
• GamePlus: Activate Crosshair, Timer or FPS Counter or Display
Alignment function.
• GameVisual: This function contains seven sub-functions that you can
select for your preference.
• Shadow Boost:Dark color enhancement adjust monitor gamma curve to
enrich the dark tones in an image making dark scenes and objects much
easier be found.
• In the Racing Mode, the Saturation, and ASCR functions are not user-
configurable.
• In the sRGB, the Saturation, Skin Tone, Color Temp., Brightness, Contrast
and ASCR functions are not user-configurable.
• In the MOBA Mode, the Saturation and ASCR functions are not user-
configurable.
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2. Image
You can adjust Brightness, Contrast, VividPixel , ASCR, Aspect
Control and Blue Light Filter from this main function.
Image
Brightness
VividPixel
ASCR
Aspect Control
Contrast
Racing Mode HDMI-11280x768@60Hz
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Blue Light Filter
• Brightness: The adjusting range is from 0 to 100.
• Contrast: The adjusting range is from 0 to 100.
• VividPixel: ASUS Exclusive Technology that brings lifelike visuals for
crystal-clear and detail-oriented enjoyment. The adjusting range is from
0 to 100.
• ASCR: Select ON or OFF to enable or disable dynamic contrast ratio
function,ASCR is Disabled when ECO mode or ELMB is on.
• Aspect Control: Adjusts the aspect ratio to “Full” and 4:3.
• Blue Light Filter: Adjust the energy level of blue light emitted from LED
backlight.
• 4:3 is only available when input source is in 4:3 format。
Please refer to the following 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 reduces 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).
3. Color
3-4 Chapter 3: General Instruction
Select the image color you like from this function.
Color
Color Temp.
Skin Tone
Saturation
Racing Mode HDMI-1 1280x768@60Hz
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• Color Temp.: Contains three preset color modes (Cool, Normal, Warm)
and User Mode.
• Saturation: The adjusting range is from 0 to 100.
• Skin Tone: Contains three color modes including Reddish, Natural, and
Yellowish.
• In the User Mode, colors of R (Red), G (Green), and B (Blue) are user-
configurable; the adjusting range is from 0 ~ 100.
4. Input Select
Select the input source from HDMI-1 , HDMI-2 or DisplayPort input
signal.
Input Select
HDMI-1
HDMI-2
Racing Mode HDMI-1 1280x768@60Hz
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DisplayPort
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5. MyFavorite
You can adjust Shortcut and Customized Setting from this main
function.
Shortcut
Custormized Setting
Racing Mode HDMI-1 1280x768@60Hz
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MyFavorite
• Shortcut : User can select from “GamePlus”, “GameVisual”,
“Brightness”, “Contrast”, “Blue Light Filter”, “Color Temp.”, “Volume” and
set as shortcut key.
• Customized Setting : You can do your setting according to your favorite.
6. System Setup
Adjuststhesystemconguration.
OSD Setup
Information
System Setup
Language
ECO Mode
Power Indicator
Power Key Lock
Sound
Racing Mode HDMI-1 1280x768@60Hz
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Key Lock
System Setup
All Reset
Racing Mode HDMI-1 1280x768@60Hz
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• Language: Select OSD language. The selections are: English, French,
German, Spanish, Italian, Dutch, Russian, Poland, Czech, Croatia,
Hungary, Romania, Portugal, Turkey, Simplified Chinese, Traditional
Chinese, Japanese, Korean, Persian, Thai and Indonesian.
• Sound：Adjusts the output volume level or mute the audio.
• ECO Mode: Activate the ecology mode for power saving.
• Power Indicator: Turn the power LED indicator on/off.
• Power Key Lock: To disable / enable power key.
• Key Lock: Disable all key functions. Pressing the down button for more
than five seconds to disable key lock function.
• OSD Setup: Adjusts the OSD Timeout, DDC/CI, and Transparency of the
OSD screen.
• Information: Displays the monitor information.
• All Reset: Selects “Yes” to revert all settings to the factory default mode.
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3.2 Specications
Model VG279Q1A
Panel Size 27”W (68.6cm)
Max. Resolution 1920x1080@165Hz
Brightness (Typ.) 250cd/m
2
Intrinsic Contrast Ratio (Typ.) 1100:1
Viewing Angle (CR=10) 178°(V) /178°(H)
Display Colors 16.7M colors (6bits+Hi FRC)
Color Saturation 72% NTSC
Response Time 4ms (Gray to Gray), 1ms MPRT
Satellite Speaker 2W x 2 stereo
Earphone Output
Yes
Sound from HDMI Yes
HDMI input Yes
DisplayPort input Yes
Power ON Consumption(Max.) < 16 W* Based on Energy Star 8.0 standard
Chassis Colors Black
Power saving mode < 0.5W
Power off mode < 0.5W
Tilt -5° ~ +23°
Phys. Dimension (WxHxD) 614.09 x 454.34 x 213.79 mm
Phys. Dimension without stand
(WxHxD) (For VESA Wall Mount) 614.09 x 364.00 x 56.95 mm
Box Dimension (WxHxD) 680 x 171 x 525 mm
Net Weight (Esti.) 4.4 kg
Gross Weight (Esti.) 6.9 kg
Voltage Rating Adapter 19Vdc, 3.42A
Operational temperature 0~40°
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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.
• Check Power Indicator function in main menu OSD.
Select “ON” to turn on power LED.
The power LED lights amber and
there is no screen image
• Check if the monitor and the computer are in the
ON mode.
• Make sure the signal cable is properly connected
the monitor and the computer.
• Inspect the signal cable and make sure none of the
pins are bent.
• Connect the computer with another available
monitor to check if the computer is properly
working.
Screen image is too light or dark • Adjust the Contrast and Brightness settings via
OSD.
Screen image bounces or a wave
pattern is present in the image
• Make sure the signal cable is properly connected to
the monitor and the computer.
• Move electrical devices that may cause electrical
interference.
Screen image has color defects
(white does not look white)
• Inspect the signal cable and make sure that none of
the pins are bent.
• Perform Reset via OSD.
• Adjust the R/G/B color settings or select the Color
Temperature via OSD.
No sound or sound is low • Adjust the volume settings of both your monitor and
computer.
• Make sure the computer sound card driver is
properly installed and activated.
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3.4 Supported Timing List
PC Timings List of HDMI / DP input
Resolution HDMI DP
640x480-60Hz V V
640x480-67Hz V V
640x480-72Hz V V
640x480-75Hz V V
720x400-70Hz V V
800x600-56Hz V V
800x600-60Hz V V
800x600-72Hz V V
800x600-75Hz V V
1024x768-60Hz V V
1024x768-70Hz V V
1024x768-75Hz V V
1152x864-75Hz V V
1280x720-60Hz(RB) V V
1280x720-60Hz V V
1280x720-60Hz V V
1280x960-60Hz V V
1280x1024-60Hz V V
1440x900-60Hz(CVT RB) V V
1440x900-60Hz V V
1680x1050-60Hz(CVT RB) V V
1680x1050-60Hz V V
1920x1080-60Hz V V
1920x1080-60Hz V V
1920x1080-120Hz(CEA)
V V
1920x1080-144Hz(CVT2)
V V
1920x1080-165Hz
X V
720x480P-60Hz
V V
720x576P-50Hz
V V
1280x720P-50Hz
V V
1280x720P-60Hz
V V
1280x720P-60Hz
V V
1440x480P-60Hz
V V
1440x480P-60Hz
V V
1440x576P-50Hz
V V
1920x1080P-50Hz
V V
1920x1080P-60Hz
V V