VA327 Series LCD Monitor User Guide
Table of contents Notices (only for VA327H)........................................................................... iii Safety information....................................................................................... iv Care & Cleaning............................................................................................ v 1.1 Welcome........................................................................................ 1-1 1.2 Package contents...........................................
Notices (only for VA327H) 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. This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation. • This device may not cause harmful interference. This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation.
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 Assembling the monitor: 1. Unpack and remove the monitor, and place it flat on the table. 2. Adjust the monitor to the angle that is most comfortable for you.
1.4 Connect cables 1.4.1 Rear of the LCD monitor 7 DVI 2 1 1. AC current input port 2. DVI Port 3. HDMI-1 Port 4. HDMI-2 Port 5. VGA Port 6. Audio input 7.
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. Menu Close GamePlus GameVisual Brightness 5 2 3 4 VA327N-W 1 Menu 6 Close GamePlus Input Select Brightness VA327H 1. Power Indicator: • 2. 1-4 1 The color definition of the power indicator is as the below table. Status Description White ON Orange Standby mode Central Button: • Press this button to enter the OSD menu.
3. Left Button: • 4. 5. 6. Exit the OSD menu or return to the previous layer. Right Button: • GamePlus shortcut key. • Enter the option of the next layer. Up Button: • GameVisual shortcut key (VA327N-W). • Input Select the shortcut key (VA327H). • Move the option upwards or increase the option value. Down Button: • Brightness shortcut key. • Move the option downwards or decrease the option value.
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 +10° to -5°. -5 ~ 10 It is normal that the monitor slightly shakes while you adjust the viewing angle.
3.1 OSD (On-Screen Display) menu 3.1.1 How to reconfigure G GameVisual ASUS VA327 Racing Mode VGA 1920x1080@60Hz Scenery Mode Racing Mode Cinema Mode RTS/RPG Mode FPS Mode sRGB Mode 1. Press the Central button to display the OSD menu. 2. Press the Up and Down buttons to toggle between options in the Menu. As you move from one icon to another, the option name is highlighted. 3. To select a highlighted item from the menu, press the right button or the central button. 4.
3.1.2 1. OSD Function Introduction GameVisual This function contains six 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. G GameVisual ASUS VA327 Racing Mode VGA 1920x1080@60Hz Scenery Mode Racing Mode Cinema Mode RTS/RPG Mode FPS Mode sRGB Mode 3-2 • Scenery Mode: This is the best choice for scenery photo displaying with GameVisual™ Video Intelligence Technology.
2. Blue Light Filter Adjust the energy level of blue light emitted from LED backlight. G Blue Light Filter ASUS VA327 Racing Mode VGA 1920x1080@60Hz Level 0 Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 Level 4 • Level 0: No change. • Level 1~4: The higher the level,the more blue light will be reduced. • When Blue Light Filter is activated,the default settings of Standard Mode will be automatically imported. • Between Level 1 to Level 3, the Brightness function is user-configurable. • Level 4 is optimized setting.
3. Color Select the image color you like from this function. G Color ASUS VA327 Racing Mode VGA 1920x1080@60Hz Brightness Contrast Saturation Color Temp. Skin Tone • Brightness: The adjusting range is from 0 to 100. • Contrast: The adjusting range is from 0 to 100. • Saturation: The adjusting range is from 0 to 100. • Color Temp.: Contains three preset color modes (Cool, Normal, Warm) and User Mode. • Skin Tone: Contains three color modes including Reddish, Natural, and Yellowish.
4. Image You can adjust the image Sharpness, Trace Free, Aspect Control, VividPixel, ASCR, Position (VGA only), Focus (VGA only), and Auto Adjust (VGA only), from this main function. G Image ASUS VA327 Racing Mode VGA 1920x1080@60Hz Sharpness Trace Free Aspect Control VividPixel ASCR Position Focus Auto Adjust • Sharpness: Adjusts the picture sharpness. The adjusting range is from 0 to 100. • Trace Free: Speeds up the response time by Over Drive technology.
5. Input Select Select the input source in the input signals from VGA, DVI (VA327N-W), HDMI-1 (VA327H), HDMI-2 (VA327H). G Input Select ASUS VA327 Racing Mode VGA 1920x1080@60Hz VGA DVI HDMI-1 HDMI-2 6. System Setup Adjusts the system configuration.
• Volume: Adjusts the output volume level (VA327H). • GamePlus: The GamePlus Function provides a toolkit and creates a better gaming environment for users when playing different types of games. Particularly, Crosshair function is specially designed for new gamers or beginners interested in First Person Shooter (FPS) games. To active GamePlus: • Select ON to enter the GamePlus main menu. • Press the Up and Down buttons to select Crosshair, Timer or display alignment.
7. MyFavorite Load/save all settings of the monitor.
3.2 Specifications Model VA327N-W Panel Size VA327H 31.5”W (80.1 cm) Max. Resolution 1920x1080 Brightness (Typ.) 300cd/m2 Intrinsic Contrast Ratio (Typ.) 3000:1 Viewing Angle (CR>10) 178°(V) / 178°(H) Display Colors 16.7 M (8bit) Response Time 4ms (G To G ) D-Sub input Yes DVI input Yes No HDMI input No Yes x 2 Audio input No Power ON Consumption Chassis Colors Yes < 50 W (Max.
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. • Check Power Indicator function in main menu OSD. Select “ON” to turn on power LED. The power LED lights orange and there is no screen image • Check if the monitor and the computer are in the ON mode. • Make sure the signal cable is properly connected to the monitor and the computer.
3.
