PB279 Series LCD Monitor User Guide
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. vi 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® 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.
1.3 Assembling the monitor base 1. Attach the base to the arm. Beware to align the latch to the notch on the base. 2. The end of the arm will slightly protrude from the base. No need to push it in. 3. Screw the base to the arm tightly. 1 3 • 1-2 2 We recommend that you cover the table surface with soft cloth to prevent damage to the monitor.
1.4 Connect cables 1.4.1 Rear of the LCD monitor 11 10 12 1 1. AC-IN port 2. HDMI-1/MHL port 3. HDMI-2/MHL port 4. HDMI-3/MHL port 5. HDMI-4/MHL port 6. DisplayPort 7. Mini DP 8. Audio - in Port 9. Earphone - out Port 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10. Kensington Lock 11. Screw Holes for VESA Wall Mount 12.
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. Standard Mode DisplayPort 3840x2160@60Hz Menu QuickFit Input Select Close Brightness Splendid 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 1. Power Button/Power Indicator: • Press this button to turn the monitor on/off. • The color definition of the power indicator is as the below table. 2.
4. Input Select Button: • 5. Use this hotkey to switch from HDMI/MHL-1, HDMI/MHL-2, HDMI/MHL-3, HDMI/MHL-4, DisplayPort or Mini DP input signal. Close Button • 6. Exit the OSD menu. Shortcut key1 • 7. This is a Shortcut key. The default setting is Brightness. Shortcut key2 • This is a Shortcut key. The default setting is Splendid.
1.5.2 QuickFit Function The QuickFit function contains three patterns: (1) Grid (2) Paper size (3) Photo size. 1. Grid pattern: Facilitates designers and users to organize content and layout on one page and achieve a consistent look and feel. Alignment Grid 2. Paper size: Provides users to view their documents in real size on the screen. A4 B5 Letter A4 B5 Letter EXIT 3. EXIT Photo size: Provides photographers and other users to accurately view and edit their photos in real size on the screen.
2.1 Detaching the arm/stand (for VESA wall mount) The detachable stand of this monitor is specially designed for VESA wall mount. 1. Disconnect power and signal cables. Carefully put the front of the monitor face down on a clean table. 2. Use your fingers to loosen the screw located at the bottom of the base, and remove the base from the stand. 3. Or you may directly use a screwdriver to remove the screws that secure the stand to the monitor, and 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˚.
3.1 OSD (On-Screen Display) menu 3.1.1 How to reconfigure PB279 Standard Mode DisplayPort 3840x2160@60Hz Splendid Scenery mode Color Standard Mode Image Theater Mode Sound Game Mode PIP/PBP Setting Night View Mode Input Select sRGB Mode System Setup Reading Mode Shortcut Darkroom Mode 1. Press the MENU button 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.
3.1.2 1. OSD Function Introduction Splendid This function contains eight sub-functions that you can select for your preference. Each mode has the Reset selection, allowing you to maintain your setting or return to the preset mode.
2. Color Select the image color you like from this function. PB279 Standard Mode DisplayPort 3840x2160@60Hz Splendid Brightness Color Contract Image Saturation Sound Color Temp PIP/PBP Setting Skin Tone Input Select System Setup Shortcut • Brightness: The adjustive range is from 0 to 100. • Contrast: The adjustive range is from 0 to 100. • Saturation: The adjustive range is from 0 to 100. • Color Temp.: Contains three preset color modes (Cool, Normal, Warm) and User Mode.
3. Image You can adjust the image Sharpness, Trace Free, Aspect Control, VividPixel, ASCR, from this main function. PB279 Standard Mode DisplayPort 3840x2160@60Hz Splendid Sharpness Color Trace Free Image Aspect Control Sound VividPixel PIP/PBP Setting ASCR Input Select System Setup Shortcut • Sharpness: Adjusts the picture sharpness.The adjustive range is from 0 to 100. • Trace Free: Speeds up the response time by Over Drive technology. The adjustive range is from lower 0 to faster 100.
4. Sound Adjust the sound settings to your preference. PB279 Standard Mode DisplayPort 3840x2160 @ 60Hz Splendid Volume Color Mute Image Source Sound PIP/PBP Setting Input Select System Setup Shortcut • Volume: Adjusts the output volume level. • Mute: Mute the output volume.
PB279 Standard Mode DisplayPort 3840x2160 @ 60Hz Splendid Volume Color Mute Image Source Back Sound PIP/PBP Setting Input Select System Setup Shortcut 5. PIP/PBP Setting The PIP/PBP Setting allows you to open up another sub-window connected from another video source besides the main-window from your original video source.
PB279 Standard Mode DisplayPort 3840x2160 @ 60Hz Splendid PIP/PBP Mode OFF Color PIP/PBP Source PIP Image Size PBP Sound Position PBPx3 PIP/PBP Setting Aspect Control PBPx3 Input Select Swap PBPx4 System Setup Shortcut • PIP/PBP Source: Selects the video input source among, “HDMI/MHL-1, HDMI/MHL-2, HDMI/MHL-3, HDMI/MHL-4, DisplayPort or Mini DP”.
Subwindow • 6. HDMI/MHL-1 HDMI/MHL-2 HDMI/MHL-3 HDMI/MHL-4 DisplayPort MiniDP HDMI/ MHL-1 YES YES YES YES YES YES Main-window HDMI/ HDMI/ MHL-2/ MHL-3 YES YES YES YES YES YES YES YES YES YES YES YES HDMI/ MHL-4 YES YES YES YES YES YES DisplayPort MiniDP YES YES YES YES YES YES YES YES YES YES YES YES PBP image is similar to input source,sub window will be any window in PBPx3 and PBPx4.
7. System Setup Adjusts the system configuration.
GamePlus main menu GamePlus-Aimpoint GamePlus Aimpoint Timer (Practice Mode) GamePlus main-Timer GamePlus main-Timer-Position Position • ECO Mode: Activate the ecology mode for power saving. • OSD Setup: Adjusts the OSD Timeout, DDC/CI, and Transparency of the OSD screen. • DisplayPort Stream: Compatibility with graphic card. Select DP 1.1 or DP 1.2 by graphic card DP version. (3840x2160-60Hz is available at DP 1.2 only. The best resolution is 3840x2160-30Hz at DP 1.1).
8. • More: Return the next page of System Setting. • Back: Return the previous page of System Setting. • Information: Displays the monitor information. • Power Indicator: Turn the power LED indicator on/off. • Power Key Lock: To disable / enable power key • All Reset: Selects “Yes” to revert all settings to the factory default mode. Shortcut Selecting this option allows you to set two shortcut keys.
3.2 Specifications Model PB279Q Panel Size 27” W (68.4 cm) Max. Resolution 3840 x 2160 Brightness (Typ.) 300cd/m2 Dynamic Contrast Ratio (Typ.) ≥100,000,000:1 Viewing Angle (CR≤10) 178°(V); 178°(H) Display Colors Response Time (Typ.) DisplayPort input HDMI/MHL input PC Audio input Power ON Consumption Speaker Earphone Power saving mode Power off mode Tilt Swivel(angle) ≤5 ms (Gray to Gray) Yes (DP, MiniDP) x4 Yes Power on<60 W* 2W x 2 Yes < 0.5 W < 0.
3.3 Troubleshooting (FAQ) Problem Power LED is not ON Possible Solution • 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 • 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.
3.4 Supported Timing List VESA / IBM Modes Support Timing (DP/HDMI) Resolution 640 x 350 640 x 480 720 x 400 800 x 600 800 x 600 1024 x 768 1280 x 720 1280 x 800 1280 x 960 1280 x 1024 1440 x 900 1680 x 1050 1920 x 1080 2560 x 1440 2560 x 1600 3840 x 2160 3840 x 2160 (DP) Refresh Rate 70Hz 60Hz 70Hz 56Hz 60Hz 60Hz 60Hz 60Hz 60Hz 60Hz 60Hz 60Hz 60Hz 60Hz 60Hz 30Hz 60Hz Horizontal Frequency 31.469KHz 31.469KHz 31.469KHz 35.156KHz 37.879KHz 48.363KHz 44.772KHz 49.702KHz 60KHz 63.981KHz 55.935KHz 65.
