VG271B Series LCD Monitor User Guide
Table of contents Notices.......................................................................................................... iii Safety information....................................................................................... iv Care & Cleaning........................................................................................... vi 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.
WARNING Usage of other than specified head- or earphones can result in hearing loss due to excessive sound pressures.
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® 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 To assemble the monitor: • While assembling the monitor arm/base, we recommend that you keep the monitor inside its EPS (Expanded Polystyrene) packaging. 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.
1.4 Connect cables 1.4.1 Rear of the LCD monitor VG27VH1B VG27WQ1B HDMI-2 HDMI-1 6 ~ HDMI VGA 5 4 3 2 1. Earphone - out Port 2. Audio - in Port 3. VGA Port 4. HDMI Port 5. AC-IN Port 6. Kensington Lock 7. DP - in Port 8. HDMI1 Port 9.
1.5 Monitor introduction 1.5.1 Using the Controls button Use the control button on the bottom of the monitor to adjust the image settings. 6 6 5 5 4 4 3 3 2 2 1 1. Power Indicator: • 2. The color definition of the power indicator is as the below table. Status Description White ON Amber Standby mode OFF OFF Power Button: • Press this button to turn the monitor on/off.
• Activate Crosshair, Timer or FPS Counter or Display Alignment function. • Move the ( ) button up/down to select and press ( confirm the function needed. Press to go off, and exit. • Crosshair/Timer/FPS Counter is movable by pressing ) to 5-way key. GamePlus main menu GamePlus-Crosshair GamePlus-Timer 5. Close Button: • Exit the OSD menu. • • (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 6.
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. • You can adjust the monitor’s angle from +23˚ to -5˚ and it allows 15˚ swivel adjustment from either left or right.
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 2-2 1. Disconnect power and signal cables. Carefully put the monitor facedown on its EPS packaging. 2. Remove the screws covers. 3. Remove the four (4) screws securing the arm to the rear of the monitor. 4. Detach the stand (arm and base) from the monitor. • The VESA wall mount kit ( 100 x 100 mm) is purchased separately.
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3.1 OSD (On-Screen Display) menu 3.1.1 How to reconfigure VG27VH1B Gaming OverDrive FreeSync ELMB GamePlus GameVisual Shadow Boost VG27WQ1B Gaming OverDrive FreeSync Preminu ELMB GamePlus GameVisual Shadow Boost 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.
3.1.2 1. OSD Function Introduction Gaming This function contains seven 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. VG27VH1B Gaming OverDrive FreeSync ELMB GamePlus GameVisual Shadow Boost VG27WQ1B Gaming OverDrive FreeSync Preminu ELMB GamePlus GameVisual Shadow Boost 3-2 • OverDrive: The adjusting range is from 0 to 100.
• GameVisual: This function contains seven 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. • 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 userconfigurable. • In the sRGB, the Saturation, Skin Tone, Color Temp.
2. Image You can adjust Brightness, Contrast, VividPixel ,ASCR, Aspect Control, Blue Light Filter, Position , Focus and Auto Adjust from this main function. VG27VH1B Image Brightness Contrast VividPixel ASCR Aspect Control Blue Light Filter Position Focus Image Auto Adjust VG27WQ1B Image Brightness Contrast HDR VividPixel ASCR Aspect Control Blue Light Filter 3-4 • 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 ELMB is on. • Aspect Control: Adjusts the aspect ratio to “Full”, “16:9” and “OverScan”. • Blue Light Filter: Adjust the energy level of blue light emitted from LED backlight.
3. Color Select the image color you like from this function. Color Color Temp. Saturation Skin Tone • 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. • 3-6 In the User Mode, colors of R (Red), G (Green), and B (Blue) are userconfigurable; the adjusting range is from 0 ~ 100.
4. Input Select Select the input source from VGA or HDMI input signal. VG27VH1B Input Select VGA HDMI VG27WQ1B Input Select HDMI-1 HDMI-2 DisplayPort 5. MyFavorite Load/Save all settings on the monitor.
6. System Setup Adjusts the system configuration. System Setup Language Sound ECO Mode Power Indicator Power Key Lock Key Lock OSD Setup Information System Setup All Reset 3-8 • 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.
3.2 Specifications Model VG27VH1B Panel Size 27”W (68.6cm) Max. Resolution 1920x1080@165Hz Brightness (Typ.) 250cd/m2 Intrinsic Contrast Ratio (Typ.) 3000:1 Viewing Angle (CR=10) 178°(V) /178°(H) Display Colors 16.7 M(True 8bit) Color Saturation 85% 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 Power ON Consumption(Max.
Model Panel Size 27”W (68.6cm) Max. Resolution 2560x1440@165Hz Brightness (Typ.) 250cd/m2 Intrinsic Contrast Ratio (Typ.) 3000:1 Viewing Angle (CR=10) 178°(V) /178°(H) Display Colors 16.7 M(True 8bit) Color Saturation 85% 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.) < 32 W* Chassis Colors Black Power saving mode < 0.5W Power off mode < 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 VG27VH1B PC Timings List of HDMI2.0 / VGA input 3-12 Resolution HDMI(2.
VG27WQ1B PC Timings List of HDMI2.0 / DP input Resolution HDMI(2.