July 2010 VE278Q/VK278Q Series LED Monitor User Guide VE278Q VK278Q
Table of contents Notices.......................................................................................................... iii Safety information....................................................................................... iv Care & Cleaning............................................................................................ v 1.1 Welcome!....................................................................................... 1-1 1.2 Package contents..............................
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.
Safety information iv • 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.
1.1 Welcome! Thank you for purchasing the ASUS® VE278Q/VK278Q Series LED monitor! The latest widescreen LED 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 VE278Q/VK278Q Series brings you! 1.
1.3 Assembling the monitor base To assemble the monitor base: 1. Attach the base to the arm and fix with the screw to join them tightly. You can easily tighten the screw by fingers. 2. Adjust the monitor to the angle that is most comfortable for you. We recommend that you cover the table surface with soft cloth to prevent damage to the monitor. 2 1 Make sure to screw the base to the arm tightly. 1.4 Connect cables To connect cables: Connect the cables you need based on chapter 1.5.2, page1-5.
1.5 Monitor introduction 1.5.1 Front of the LED monitor 1 1. 3 4 5 6 7 Button: • Automatically adjust the image to its optimized position, clock, and phase by long pressing this button for 2-4 seconds (for VGA mode only). • Use this hot key to switch from six video preset modes (Scenery Mode, Standard Mode, Theater Mode, Game Mode, Night View Mode, and sRGB Mode) with SPLENDID™ Video Enhancement Technology. • Exit the OSD menu or go back to the previous menu as the OSD menu is active. 2.
5. Button: • Press this button to increase the value of the function selected or move right/up to the next function. • This is also a hot key for Brightness adjustment. 6. Input Select Button: • Use this hot key to switch from VGA, DVI, HDMI and DisplayPort input signal. Press (Input Select button) to display HDMI signals after you connect HDMI cable with the monitor. 7. Power Button/Power Indicator: • Press this button to turn the monitor on/off.
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2.1 Detaching the arm/stand (for VESA wall mount) The detachable stand of the VE278Q/VK278Q Series LED monitor is specially designed for VESA wall mount. To detach the arm/stand: 2-1 1. Disconnect power and signal cables. Carefully put the front of the monitor face down on a clean table. 2. Use a screwdriver to remove the two screws that secure the stand to the monitor. 3. Detach the stand from the monitor.
2.2 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 while changing its angle. • You can adjust the monitor’s angle from -5˚ to 20˚. -5 ~ 20 2.
3.1 OSD (On-Screen Display) menu 3.1.1 How to reconfigure VE278 Splendid Scenery Mode Color Standard Mode Image Theater Mode Sound Game Mode PIP Settings Night View Mode Input Select sRGB System Setup Move Menu Exit 1. Press the MENU button to activate the OSD menu. 2. Press and to navigate through the functions. Highlight and activate the desired function by pressing the MENU button.
• Standard Mode: This is the best choice for document editing with SPLENDID™ Video Enhancement. • Theater Mode: This is the best choice for movie watching with SPLENDID™ Video Enhancement. • Game Mode: This is the best choice for game playing with SPLENDID™ Video Enhancement. • Night View Mode: This is the best choice for playing dark-scene game or watching movie with SPLENDID™ Video Enhancement. • 2. In the Standard Mode and sRGB, the Saturation, Color Temp.
3. Image You can adjust the image Sharpness, Trace Free, Aspect Control, Position (VGA only), and Focus (VGA only) from this main function. VE278 Splendid Sharpness Color Trace Free Image Aspect Control Sound ASCR PIP Settings Position Input Select Focus 50 0 Full System Setup Move 4. Menu Exit • Sharpness: Adjusts the picture sharpness. The adjusting range is from 0 to 100. • Trace Free: Speeds up the response time by Over Drive technology.
• Volume: Adjusts the output volume level. The key to activate this function. • Bass: Adjusts the output bass level. • Treble: Adjusts the output treble level. • Balance: Adjusts the balance between the left and right front speakers. • Mute: Mutes the output volume. 5. button is also a hot PIP Settings The PIP Settings allows you to open up another sub-window connected from another video source besides the main-window from your original video source.
6. Input Select Select the input source from VGA, DVI, HDMI, or DisplayPort. VE278 Splendid VGA Color DVI Image HDMI Sound DisplayPort PIP Settings Input Select System Setup Move 7. Menu Exit System Setup Adjusts the system configuration. VE278 Splendid Splendid Demo Mode OFF Color AI Light OFF Image OSD Setup Sound Information PIP Settings Language Input Select All Reset English System Setup Move Exit • Splendid Demo Mode: Activate the demo mode for the Splendid function.
3.2 Specifications Model VE278Q VK278Q Panel Size 27.0”W (68.6cm) 27.0”W (68.6cm) Max. Resolution 1920x1080 1920x1080 Brightness (Typ.) 300cd/m2 300cd/m2 Intrinsic Contrast Ratio (Typ.) 1000:1 1000:1 160°(V) /170°(H) 160°(V) /170°(H) Display Colors 16.7 M(6bit Hi FRC) 16.7 M(6bit Hi FRC) Response Time Viewing Angle (CR=10) 2ms (Gray to Gray) 2ms (Gray to Gray) Webcam (built-in) - 2.
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. The power LED lights amber and • Check if the monitor and the computer are in the there is no screen image 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.
3.4 Supported Timing List PC Supported Primary Timing Mode VGA SVGA XGA Input Aspect Ratio 4:3 4:3 4:3 4:3 SXGA 5:4 WXGA+ 16:10 WSXGA+ 1080P 16:10 16:9 Resolution H(KHz) V(Hz) Pixel (MHz) 640x480, 60Hz 640x480, 72Hz 31.469 59.94 25.175 37.861 72.809 31.5 640x480, 75Hz 37.5 75 31.5 640x480, 85Hz 43.269 85.008 36 800x600, 56Hz 35.156 56.25 36 800x600, 60Hz 37.879 60.317 40 800x600, 72Hz 48.077 72.188 50 800x600, 75Hz 46.875 75 49.5 800x600, 85Hz 53.674 85.
VESA Modes, User Available Timing Input Mode Aspect Resolution Ratio 720P WXGA WSXGA+ WSXGA+ 1080P 16:9 16:9 16:9 16:10 16:10 16:10 16:10 16:10 16:9 1280x720, 60Hz(RB) 1280x720, 60Hz 1280x720, 75Hz 1280x768, 60Hz(RB) 1280x800, 60Hz(RB) 1280x800, 60Hz 1280x800, 75Hz 1440x900, 60Hz(RB) 1440x900, 75Hz 1680x1050, 60Hz(RB) 1920x1080, 60Hz H(KHz) V(Hz) Pixel (MHz) 44.444 44.772 56.456 47.396 49.306 49.702 62.795 55.469 70.635 64.674 66.587 59.979 59.855 74.777 59.995 59.91 59.81 74.934 59.901 79.984 59.
ASUS LED Monitor VE278Q/VK278Q Series 3-10
