BE27ACSBK Series LCD Monitor User Guide
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Contents Contents....................................................................................................... iii Notices.......................................................................................................... iv Safety information...................................................................................... vii Care & Cleaning......................................................................................... viii Takeback Services..................................
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.
NOTE: Energy Star is NOT supported on FreeDOS and Linux-based operating system. 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.
A third-party certification according to ISO 14024 Toward sustainable IT products Say hello to a more sustainable product IT products are associated with a wide range of sustainability risks throughout their life cycle. Human rights violations are common in the factories. Harmful substances are used both in products and their manufacture. Products can often have a short lifespan because of poor ergonomics, low quality and when they are not able to be repaired or upgraded. This product is a better choice.
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.
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.
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 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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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.
1.3 Monitor introduction 1.3.1 Front view 8 9 7 6 1. 5 4 3 2 1 Power button/power indicator • Turns the monitor on/off. • The color definition of the power indicator is as the below table. 2. Status Description White Amber Off On Standby mode Off 5-way button: • To display the OSD menu when the OSD is off. • To enact the selected OSD menu items. • To increase/decrease values or move your selection up/down/left/ right. 3.
4. Hook button: • 5. To hook or unhook Skype. Microphone Mute button: • 6. To mute or unmute the microphone. Volume button: • To display the volume bar. • Use the 5-way button to make adjustments. • Toggle the Key Lock function between on and off with a long push downwards for 5 seconds. 7. Microphone 8. Webcam cover shutter 9. Webcam 1.3.2 Back view 10 1. Power switch. Press the switch to turn on/off power. 2. AC-IN port. This port connects the power cord. 3. HDMI port.
This monitor is Super-Speed USB 3.1 compatible (5Gbps). The port offers Max. 80W power delivery with output voltage 5V/3A, 9V/3A, 12V/3A, 15V/3A and 20V/4A. 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. 6. Daisy-Chain DisplayPort output. This port allows you to connect multiple DisplayPort compatible monitors.
1.3.3 Other Function(s) 1. Daisy chaining (for selected models) The monitor supports daisy chain on DisplayPort. Daisy Chaining allows up to 4 monitors to be connected in series with the video signal being passed from the source to a monitor (when the input source is 2560 x 1440@30Hz and no USB-C device is connected). In order to enable daisy chaining, please make sure the source transported. This function is only available when DisplayPort Stream in the OSD menu is DisplayPort 1.
1-6 Chapter 1: Product introduction
2.1 Assembling the monitor arm/base To assemble the monitor base: 1. Have the front of the monitor face down on a table. 2. Attach the base into the arm, making sure the tab on the arm fits into the groove on the base. 3. Fix the base to the arm by fastening the bundled screw. We recommend that you cover the table surface with soft cloth to prevent damage to the monitor. 1 180° 2 Base screw size: M6 x 16.5 mm.
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 (Figure 1). 2. 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 • The VESA wall mount kit (100 x 100 mm) is purchased separately.
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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 stand to prevent the monitor from falling when you change its angle. • You can adjust the monitor’s angle from +35˚ to -5˚and it allows 180˚ swivel adjustment (by removing the stop screw) from either left or right. You can also adjust the monitor’s height within +/- 150 mm.
2.5 Adjusting the webcam • You can adjust the webcam’s angle from +10˚ to -10˚. • The webcam allows 180˚ swivel adjustment clockwise and 135˚ swivel adjustment counterclockwise. -10° ~ +10° +180° • -135° Slide the webcam cover shutter on the top to open or close the lens. Remove the protection film on the front of the webcam before using.
2.6 Connecting the cables Connect the cables as the following instructions: • To connect the power cord: Connect one end of the power cord securely to the monitor’s AC input port, the other end to a power outlet. • To connect the DisplayPort/HDMI/USB Type-C* cable: a. Plug one end of the DisplayPort/HDMI/USB Type-C* cable to the monitor’s DisplayPort/HDMI/USB Type-C jack. b. Connect the other end of the DisplayPort/HDMI/USB Type-C* cable to your computer's DisplayPort/HDMI/USB Type-C jack.
USBUSB Type-C or When these cables are connected, you can choose the desired signal from the Input Select item in the OSD menu. 2.7 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.
Right-click USB2.0 HD UVC WebCam, and click Properties to open the USB2.0 HD UVC WebCam. Click Details > Property and select Hardware Ids.
For BE/C6 webcam series, the monitor webcam hardware ids will show as below: Right click the notebook webcam which has different hardware ids of the BE/C6 webcam series monitor webcam, and then click Disable. The following message is displayed: Click Yes. The notebook webcam is now disabled and the monitor webcam will be used as the default setting. Restart the notebook.
2.9 Setting up the monitor speaker as default setting When your computer connects multiple speakers, if you want to set up the monitor speaker as default setting, please follow below instructions: Right-click Volume in the Windows task bar notification area. Click Open Sound settings enter to Sound setting interface. Enter Sound setting interface then select Sound Control Panel.
If the USB cable and the HDMI or DP cable are connected from monitor to the computer, Click ASUS BE/C6 webcam series Set Default, the monitor speaker will be used as the default setting. Click OK to exit the Sound setting. Sound setting set the BE/C6 webcam series as default.
If the Only HDMI or DP cable are connected from monitor to the computer, check ASUS BE/C6 Monitor Set Default, the monitor speaker will be used as the default setting. Sound setting set the ASUS BE/C6 as default.
3.1 OSD (On-Screen Display) menu 3.1.1 How to reconfigure Splendid ASUS BE27ACSBK Standard Mode DisplayPort 2560 x 1440 @ 60Hz Scenery Mode St andard Mod e T heat er Mode G ame Mode Night View Mo d e sRG B Mode Reading Mode Darkroom Mod e 1. Press the 2. Move the 5-way button up/down/left/right to navigate through the functions. Highlight the desired function and press the 5-way button to activate it.
3.1.2 1. OSD function introduction Splendid 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. Splendid ASUS BE27ACSBK Standard Mode DisplayPort 2560 x 1440 @ 60Hz Scenery Mode St andard Mode T heat er Mode G ame Mode N ight View Mod e sR G B Mode R eading Mode D arkroom Mode • Scenery Mode: Best choice for scenery photo display with Splendid Video Enhancement.
2. • In the Standard mode, the following function(s) are not user-configurable: Saturation, Skin Tone, Sharpness, ASCR. • In the sRGB mode, the following function(s) are not user-configurable: Brightness, Contrast, Saturation, Color Temp., Skin Tone, Sharpness, ASCR. • In the Reading mode, the following function(s) are not user-configurable: Contrast, Saturation, Color Temp., Skin Tone, ASCR. Blue Light Filter In this function, you can adjust the blue light filter level.
3. • 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). Color Set a desired color setting from this menu.
4. Image Set the image related setting from this menu. Image ASUS BE27ACSBK Standard Mode DisplayPort 2560 x 1440 @ 60Hz Sharpness T race F ree Aspect Cont ro l VividPixel ASCR • Sharpness: The adjusting range is from 0 to 100. • Trace Free: Adjusts the response time of the monitor. • Aspect Control: Adjusts the aspect ratio to full, 4:3, 1:1 (optional) or OverScan (optional). 4:3 is only available when input source is in 4:3 format. OverScan is only available for the HDMI input source. 5.
• Volume: the adjusting range is from 0 to 100. • Mute: toggles the monitor sound between on and off. • Source: decides the monitor sound comes from which source. 6. AI Microphone You can adjust microphone related settings. AI Microphone ASUS BE27ACSBK Standard Mode DisplayPort 2560 x 1440 @ 60Hz N o is e C a n c e lin g B e a mf o rmin g • Noise Canceling: Adjusts the level of amplitude cancellation except users’ vocal. • Beamforming: Adjusts the level of receiving range for microphones. 7.
• Input Select: You can select your desired input source. • QuickFit: You can have a preview of the document or photo layout directly on screen without printing test copies. * Grid pattern: This facilitates designers and users to organize content and layout on one page and achieve a consistent look and feel. Alignment Grid 2 Alignment Grid 1 * Paper size: You can view the documents in real size on the screen.
• 8. * “Normal Level” allows the USB downstream ports/USB Type-C ports to charge external devices when the monitor enters power saving mode. * “Deep Level” does not allow all ports to charge external devices and keeps USB signal from being automatically detected when the monitor enters power saving mode. OSD Setup: * Adjusts the OSD timeout from 10 to 120 seconds. * Enables or disables the DDC/CI function. * Adjusts the OSD background from opaque to transparent.
• Shortcut : Selects a function for the Shortcut button. When a certain function is selected or activated, your shortcut key may not support. Available function choices for shortcut: Blue Light Filter, Splendid, Brightness, Contrast, Color Temp., AI Microphone, Input Select.
3.2 Specifications summary Panel Type Panel size TFT LCD 27” (16:9, 68.58 cm) wide screen Max. Resolution Pixel pitch Brightness (Typ.) Contrast Ratio (Typ.) Contrast Ratio (Max.) Viewing angle (H/V) CR>10 Display colors Response time Splendid Video Enhancement Splendid selection Color temperature selection Signal input Temperature (Operating) 2560 x 1440 0.2331 mm x 0.2331 mm 350 cd/m2 1000:1 100,000,000:1 (with ASCR on) 178˚/178˚ 16.
Accessories Compliance and Standards Quick start guide, warranty card, power cord, HDMI cable (optional), DisplayPort cable (optional), USB C to A cable (optional), USB C to C cable (optional), MiniPC Kit (optional) cTUVus, CB, CE, ErP, EU Energy label, FCC, ICES003, CCC, CEL, ISO 9241-307, BSMI, CU, C-Tick, MEPS, VCCI, PSE, J-MOSS, KC, KCC, e-Standby, RoHS, Windows 7 / 10 WHQL, Energy Star 8.0, EPEAT Bronze, TCO 8.
3.3 Outline dimensions ASUS BE27ACSBK Outline Dimension *Unit:mm [inch] 90 ° Pivot: ±90 Degree 90 ° 35° 5° 115.9 [4.6] 193.6 [7.6] 45° 45° AA Center Swibel: ±45 Degree 612.4 [24.1] 596.7 [23.5]-Active area 298.4 [11.7] 295.4 [11.6] 59.3 [2.3] 180.0 [7.1] 167.8 [6.6] 259.0 [10.2] 335.7 [13.2]-Active area 402.8 [15.9] 523.5 [20.6] 50.1 [2.0] 150.0 [5.9] 348.1 [13.7] M4*4 Depth 10mm Wall mount Keep out area 364.5 [14.3] 120.7 [4.8] 100.0 [3.9] 119.2 [4.7] 37.1 [1.5] 100.0 [3.9] 119.
3.4 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 if the power switch is ON. The power LED lights amber and there is • Check if the monitor and the computer are no screen image in the ON mode. • Make sure the signal cable is properly connected the monitor and the computer.
3.5 Supported operating modes Resolution Frequency 640x480 640x480 640x480 640x480 720x400 800x600 800x600 800x600 1024x768 1024x768 1024x768 1152x864 1280x720 1280x768 1280x800 1280x960 1280x1024 1280x1024 1440x900 1600x1200 1680x1050 1920x1080 1920x1200 (Reduced Blanking 1920x1200 2048x1152 (Reduced blanking) 2560x1080 2560x1440 2560x1440 2560x1440 (DP) 2560x1440 (HDMI) 3-14 Horizontal Frequency (KHz) Vertical Frequency (Hz) Pixel (MHz) 31.47(N) 35.00(N) 37.87(N) 37.5(N) 31.47(N) 35.16(P) 37.
“P” / “N” stands for “Positive” / “Negative” polarity of incoming H-sync/V-sync (input timing). When the monitor is operating in the video mode (ie, not displaying data), the following high definition modes shall be supported in addition to standard definition video. Timing Name Pixel Format 480p 720p60 576p 720p50 1080p60 1080p50 Horizontal Frequency (kHz) 720 x 480 1280 x 720 720 x 576 1280 x 720 1920 x 1080 1920 x 1080 ASUS BE27ACSBK Series LCD Monitor 31.469 45 31.25 37.5 67.5 56.
