VP279 Series LCD Monitor User Guide
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Table of Contents Notices.......................................................................................................... iv Safety Information....................................................................................... vi Care & Cleaning......................................................................................... viii Takeback Services....................................................................................... ix 1.1 Welcome!.....................................
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.
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• To ensure satisfactory operation, use the monitor only with UL listed computers which have appropriate configured receptacles marked between 100-240V AC. • The socket-outlet shall be installed near the equipment and shall be easily accessible. • If you encounter technical problems with the monitor, contact a qualified service technician or your retailer. • This product may contain chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, and birth defects or other reproductive harm.
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 to you! 1.
1.3 Assembling the Monitor Base VP279QG 1. Have the front of the monitor face down on a table. 2. Attach the base to the arm. 3. Turn the screw clockwise to secure the base. •• We recommend that you cover the table surface with soft cloth to prevent damage to the monitor.
VP279QGL 1. Have the front of the monitor face down on a table. 2. Rotate the arm 90˚ counter-clockwise. 3. Attach the base to the arm. 4. Turn the screw clockwise to secure the base. •• 1-3 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 100 mm 100 mm 100 mm 100 mm HDMI HDMI VGA 1 1 2 3 5 2 HDMI VGA 6 7 2 3 2 4 4 HDMI VGA 6 7 5 8 VP279QG 8 VP279QGL 1. Control buttons 5. DisplayPort 2. Speakers 6. HDMI port 3. AC-IN port 7. VGA port 4. Kensington Lock 8.
1.5 Monitor Introduction 1.5.1 Using the Control Buttons Use the control buttons on the bottom of the monitor to adjust the image settings. Press key 1-6 to activate the key list page. Menu Close Input Select QuickFit Brightness Blue Light Filter 1. 2 3 4 5 6 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Shortcut Key2: • 2. This is a Shortcut key. The default setting is Blue Light Filter with Level 0. Shortcut Key1: • 3. 1-5 1 This is a Shortcut key. The default setting is Brightness.
4. Input Button: • 5. Switch the input source. Close Button: • 6. Exit the OSD menu. Menu Button: • 7. Enter the OSD menu. Power Button/Power Indicator: • Press this button to turn the monitor on/off. • The color definition of the power indicator is as the table below.
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 1 2. Alignment Grid 2 Paper size: Provides users to view their documents in real size on the screen. A4 B5 A4 B5 Letter Letter EXIT 3.
2.1 Detaching the Base (for VESA Wall Mount) VP279QG To detach the base, perform the following: 1. Disconnect power and signal cables. Carefully put the front of the monitor face down on a clean table. 2. Turn the screw counter-clockwise to loosen the screw located at the bottom of the base. 3. Remove the base from the stand assembly. 4. Remove the stand cover. Then loosen the 4 screws to remove the arm. 5. Align and install the wall mount bracket on the rear of the monitor.
VP279QGL To detach the base, perform the following: 1. Disconnect power and signal cables. Carefully put the front of the monitor face down on a clean table. 2. Loosen the 4 screws securing the arm. 3. Remove the stand assembly (arm and monitor base). 4. Align and install the wall mount bracket on the rear of the monitor. Screw holes for VESA wall mount (100 x 100 mm) •• • • 2-1 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 while changing its angle. VP279QG You can adjust the monitor’s angle from -5° to 22°.
130 mm • Adjustable height: 130mm To change the screen orientation, perform the following: 1. Raise the screen to the highest position (130mm). Then slightly tilt the monitor backwards. 2. Rotate the monitor (90° clockwise or counter-clockwise) to portrait orientation. 90° 90° •• 2-3 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 Splendid ASUS VP279 Standard Mode HDMI 1920 x 1080 @ 60Hz Scenery mode Standard Mode Theater Mode Game Mode Night View Mode sRGB Mode Reading Mode 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. To select the highlighted item on the menu, press the 4. Press the 5.
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. In the Standard Mode, the Saturation, Skin Tone, Sharpness, and ASCR functions are not user-configurable. In the sRGB, the Saturation, Color Temp., SkinTone, Sharpness, Brightness, Contrast, and ASCR functions are not user-configurable. In the Reading Mode, the Saturation, SkinTone, ASCR, Contrast, and Color Temp. functions are not user-configurable. Blue Light Filter Reduce the energy level of blue light emitted from LED backlight.
3. Color Select the image color you like from this function. Color ASUS VP279 Standard Mode HDMI 1920 x 1080 @ 60Hz Brightness Contrast Saturation Color Temp. Skin Tone • Brightness: Adjust the brightness level. The adjusting range is from 0 to 100. • Contrast: Adjust the contrast level. The adjusting range is from 0 to 100. • Saturation: Adjust the saturation level. The adjusting range is from 0 to 100. • Color Temp.: Select the desired color temperature.
4. Image You can adjust the image Sharpness, Trace Free, Aspect Control, VividPixel, ASCR, Adaptive-Sync/FreeSync, ELMB, Position, Focus, and Auto Adjust from this main function. ASUS VP279 Image Standard Mode VGA 1920 x 1080 @ 60Hz Sharpness Trace Free Aspect Control VividPixel ASCR Adaptive-Sync/FreeSync ELMB Position (Page 1/2) ASUS VP279 Image Standard Mode VGA 1920 x 1080 @ 60Hz Focus Auto Adjust (Page 2/2) • Sharpness: Adjust the picture sharpness. The adjusting range is from 0 to 100.
• Aspect Control: Adjust the aspect ratio to “Full”, “4:3”, or “OverScan”. • • • VividPixel: ASUS Exclusive Technology that brings lifelike visuals for crystal-clear and detail-oriented enjoyment. The adjusting range is from 0~100. • ASCR: Select ON or OFF to enable or disable dynamic contrast ratio function.
5. Input Select Select the input source. ASUS VP279 Input Select Standard Mode HDMI 1920 x 1080 @ 60Hz VGA HDMI DisplayPort 6. System Setup Adjust the system configuration.
ASUS VP279 System Setup Standard Mode HDMI 1920 x 1080 @ 60Hz Power Indicator Power Key Lock All Reset (Page 2/2) 3-8 • Splendid Demo Mode: Activate the demo mode for the Splendid function. • Volume: Adjust the volume level. • GamePlus: Configure the GamePlus function. See page 3-10 for details. • ECO Mode: Activate the ecology mode for power saving. • OSD Setup: Adjust the OSD Timeout, DDC/CI, and Transparency of the OSD screen. • Language: Select the OSD language.
7. Shortcut Assign the specific function to the two shortcut keys. ASUS VP279 Shortcut Standard Mode HDMI 1920 x 1080 @ 60Hz Shortcut 1 Blue Light Filter Shortcut 2 Splendid Brightness Auto Adjust Contrast Color Temp. Volume GamePlus (Shortcut 1) ASUS VP279 Shortcut Standard Mode HDMI 1920 x 1080 @ 60Hz Shortcut 1 Blue Light Filter Shortcut 2 Splendid Brightness Auto Adjust Contrast Color Temp. Volume GamePlus (Shortcut 2) • • Shortcut 1: Assign a function to the Shortcut Key1.
3.1.2.1 GamePlus Function The GamePlus Function provides a toolkit and creates a better gaming environment for users when playing different types of games. The Crosshair overlay with four different crosshair options lets you choose the one that best suits the game you’re playing. The onscreen Timer can be positioned on the left of the display to keep track of the elapsed gaming time. The FPS (frames per second) counter lets you know how smooth the game is running. To activate GamePlus: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7.
3.2 Specifications Model VP279QG VP279QGL Panel Size 27 inches diagonal (Active Display Area: 597.9 (H) x 336.3 (V) mm) Max. Resolution 1920 x 1080 Brightness (Typ.) 250 cd/m2 Contrast Ratio (Typ.) 1000:1 Viewing Angle (CR≤10) 178°(V); 178°(H) Display Colors 16.
3.3 Troubleshooting (FAQ) Problem Power LED is not ON Possible Solution • Press the on. button to check if the monitor is turned • Check if the adapter and power cord are properly connected to the monitor and the power outlet. • Check the Power Indicator function in the OSD menu. Select “ON“ to turn on the power LED. The power LED lights amber and • Check if the monitor and the computer are turned there is no screen image on.
3.4 Supported Timing List VESA / IBM Modes Support Timing Mode Resolution (active dot) Resolution (total dot) Horizontal Frequency (KHz) DOS 720x400@70Hz 900x449 31.469 70.087 28.322 640x480@60Hz 800x525 31.469 59.940 25.175 640x480@72Hz 832x520 37.861 72.809 31.500 640x480@75Hz 840x500 37.500 75.000 31.500 800x600@56Hz 1024x625 35.156 56.250 36.000 800x600@60Hz 1056x628 37.879 60.317 40.000 800x600@72Hz 1040x666 48.077 72.188 50.000 800x600@75Hz 1056x625 46.
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