TUF Gaming Monitor VG27AQML1A series User Guide
First Edition April 2023 Copyright © 2023 ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. All Rights Reserved. No part of this manual, including the products and software described in it, may be reproduced, transmitted, transcribed, stored in a retrieval system, or translated into any language in any form or by any means, except documentation kept by the purchaser for backup purposes, without the express written permission of ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. (“ASUS”).
Contents Notices.......................................................................................................... iv Safety information........................................................................................ v Care & Cleaning........................................................................................... vi Takeback Services...................................................................................... vii Product information for EU energy label....................
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.
ENERGY STAR complied product ENERGY STAR is a joint program of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and the U.S. Department of Energy helping us all save money and protect the environment through energy efficient products and practices. All ASUS products with the ENERGY STAR logo comply with the ENERGY STAR standard, and the power management feature is enabled by default. The monitor and computer are automatically set to sleep after 10 and 30 minutes of user inactivity.
Safety information vi • 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.
This symbol of the crossed out wheeled bin indicates that the product (electrical, electronic equipment, and mercury-containing button cell battery) should not be placed in municipal waste. Please check local regulations for disposal of electronic products. AEEE yönetmeliğine uygundur 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.
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. 3. About Flicker https://www.asus.
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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 1 2 3 4 5 1. ( 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. • Displays the input selection menu when the monitor enters standby mode or displays the “NO SIGNAL“ message. • Toggles the Key Lock function between on and off by pressing the down button for more than 5 seconds. 2. button • Exits the OSD menu item.
• Displays the input selection menu when the monitor enters standby mode or displays the “NO SIGNAL“ message. 5. Power button/power indicator • Turns the monitor on/off. • The color definition of the power indicator is as the below table. 1.3.2 Status Description White Amber OFF ON Standby mode/No signal OFF Back view 10 9 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 1. HDMI-1 port. This port is for connection with an HDMI compatible device. 2. HDMI-2 port.
1-4 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. Place the arm hinge of the stand assembly onto its compartment on the rear of the monitor (for selected models). 3. Attach the base into the arm, making sure the tab on the arm fits into the groove on the base. 4. Fix the base to the arm by fastening the bundled screw(s). We recommend that you cover the table surface with soft cloth to prevent damage to 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 when you change its angle. • The recommended adjusting angle is +20˚ to -5˚ (for tilt)/+20˚ to -20˚ (for swiveling)/ +130 mm (for height adjustment)/90˚ (for portrait view).
2.3 Detaching the arm (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. 2. Remove the rubbers in the four screw holes. (Figure 1) 3. Remove the base (Figure 2). 4. Use a screwdriver to remove the screw on the hinge (Figure 3), then remove the hinge.
2.4 Cable management You can organize the cables using the cable managment slot. Remove the cover before putting the cables through the slot and attach the cover back on. 1 2.5 2 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 cable: • 2-4 a.
• To use the USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports: Take the supplied USB cable, and plug the smaller end (type B) of the USB upstream cable to the monitor’s USB upstream port, and the larger end (type A) to your computer’s USB port. Make sure your computer is installed with the lastest Windows 10/Windows 11 operating system. That will enable the USB ports on the monitor to work. When these cables are connected, you can choose the desired signal from the Input Select item in the OSD menu.
2-6 Chapter 2: Setup
3.1 OSD (On-Screen Display) menu 3.1.1 How to reconfigure ASUS TUF GAMING VG27AQML1A 2560x1440 60Hz GameVisual Racing Mode Input Select DisplayPort HDR OFF Overclocking Gaming Variable OD Variable Refresh Rate Image ELMB/ELMB Sync GamePlus Color GameVisual Shadow Boost Input Select MyFavorite Back 50 Enter EXIT 1. Press the ( ) button to activate the OSD menu. 2. Move the ( ) button up/down to navigate through the functions.
3.1.2 1. OSD function introduction Gaming ASUS TUF GAMING VG27AQML1A Gaming Image Color Input Select 2560x1440 60Hz GameVisual Racing Mode Input Select DisplayPort HDR OFF Overclocking Variable OD Variable Refresh Rate ELMB/ELMB Sync GamePlus GameVisual Shadow Boost MyFavorite 50 • Back Enter EXIT Overclocking: * ON: This function allows you to adjust the refresh rate. * Max Refresh Rate: Allows you to select a maximum refresh rate of 260Hz (Only for DisplayPort input).
* ELMB can only be activated when Variable Refresh Rate is Off and the refresh rate is 120Hz, 144Hz, 155Hz, 160Hz, 165Hz, 240Hz or 260Hz. This function eliminates screen tearing, reduces ghosting and motion blur when playing games. The function includes 3-level clarity and position adjustment. To activate ELMB, turn off Variable Refresh Rate function first. * • • ELMB SYNC: Allows you to turn on the function when Variable Refresh Rate is On.
• * MOBA Mode: This is the best choice for multiplayer online battle arena game playing with GameVisualTM Video intelligence Technology. * Night Vision: Best choice for dark-scene games or movies with GameVisualTM Video intelligence Technology. • In the Racing Mode, the following function(s) are not user-configurable: Saturation, Skin Tone, ASCR. • In the sRGB Mode, the following function(s) are not user-configurable: Brightness, Contrast, Saturation, Color Temp., Skin Tone, ASCR.
* Brightness Adjustable: The HDR brightness can be adjusted when the Brightness Adjustable function is enabled. When detecting HDR content, an “HDR ON” message will pop up. When displaying HDR content, the following function(s) are not available: ELMB, GameVisual, Shadow Boost, Brightness, Contrast, ASCR, Aspect Control, Blue Light Filter, Color Temp., Saturation. • ASCR: Turns on/off the ASCR (ASUS Smart Contrast Ratio) function.
3. Color Set a desired color setting from this menu. ASUS TUF GAMING VG27AQML1A Gaming 2560x1440 60Hz GameVisual Racing Mode Input Select DisplayPort HDR OFF Color Temp. Saturation 50 Image Color Input Select MyFavorite Back 50 4. Enter EXIT • Color Temp.: Contains 4 modes including Cool, Normal, Warm, and User Mode. • Saturation: the adjusting range is from 0 to 100.
5. MyFavorite ASUS TUF GAMING VG27AQML1A Gaming 2560x1440 60Hz GameVisual Racing Mode Input Select DisplayPort HDR OFF Shortcut Customized Setting Image Color Input Select MyFavorite Back 50 • Enter EXIT Shortcut: * Shortcut 1/Shortcut 2: Sets the shortcut functions for shortcut buttons. When a certain function is selected or activated, your shortcut button may not support.
• USB setup: Turns On/Off the USB Hub function during standby mode. • Power Indicator: Turn the power LED indicator on/off. • Power Key Lock: Enables or disables the power key. • Key Lock: To disable all function keys. Press the down button for more than 5 seconds to cancel the key lock function. • Power Setting: * Standard Mode: Standard mode setting may result in higher power consumption. * Power Saving Mode: Power saving mode may cause limited luminance performance.
3.2 Specifications summary Panel Type Panel size Max. Resolution Pixel pitch Brightness (Typ.) Contrast Ratio (Typ.) Contrast Ratio (Max.) Viewing angle(H/V) CR>10 Display colors Response time Color temperature selection Analog input Digital input Earphone jack Audio input Speaker (Built-in) USB 3.2 Gen 1 port Temperature (Operating) TFT LCD 27”W (16:9, 68.5 cm) wide screen 2560 x 1440 0.2331 mm x 0.2331 mm 400 cd/m2 1000:1 100,000,000:1 (with ASCR on) 178˚/178˚ 1.
Multi-languages Accessories Compliance and Standards 22 languages (English, French, German, Italian, Spanish, Dutch, Portuguese, Russian, Czech, Croatian, Polish, Romanian, Hungarian, Turkish, Simplified Chinese, Traditional Chinese, Japanese, Korean, Thai, Indonesian, Persian, Ukrainian) Quick start guide, warranty card, power cord, DisplayPort cable (optional), HDMI cable (optional), USB cable (optional), L-shaped screwdriver (optional), 4 screws (optional), 4 rubbers (optional) cTUVus, FCC, CB, CE, Er
3.3 Outline dimensions Model: VG27AQML1A 533.88 614.84 366.52 213.
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. 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. • Inspect the signal cable and make sure none of the pins are bent.
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Video Timing Resolution frequency 3-14 HDMI DP Refresh rate Refresh rate 720 x 480P 59.94Hz Not supported 720 x 480P 60Hz Not supported 1280 x 720P 59.94Hz 59.94Hz 1280 x 720P 60Hz 60Hz 1440 x 480P Not supported 59.94Hz 1440 x 480P 60Hz 60Hz 1920 x 1080P 59.94Hz 59.
