VP349CGL Series LCD Monitor User Guide
Table of contents Notices.......................................................................................................... iii Safety information....................................................................................... iv Care & Cleaning.......................................................................................... vii 1.1 Welcome........................................................................................ 1-2 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. • 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. Declaration of Conformity This device complies with the requirements set out in the Council Directive on the Approximation of the Laws of the Member States relating to Electromagnetic Compatibility (2014/30/EU), Low-voltage Directive (2014/35/EU), ErP Directive (2009/125/EC) and RoHS directive (2011/65/EU).
The product may fall, causing serious personal injury or death. To prevent injury, this product must be securely attached to the floor/wall in accordance with the installation instructions. A product may fall, causing serious personal injury or death. Many injuries, particularly to children, can be avoided by taking simple precautions such as: ALWAYS use cabinets or stands or installation methods recommended by the manufacturer of the product set. ALWAYS use furniture that can safely support the product.
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.
Prevent Tipping When using the display, fasten the LCD to a wall using a cord or chain that can support the weight of the monitor in order to prevent the monitor from falling. 1 M4 or M6 Screw Cord 2 Cord or chain • Display design may differ from those illustrated. • Installing must be done by a qualified technician , and please contact your supplier for more information. • For the Models with net weight >=7kg. Please select the suitable way to Prevent Tipping.
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 1. Place the display flat on a cloth on the table, Then attach the base to the arm and fix with the screw to join them tightly. You can easily tighten the screw by fingers. 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 6 15W HDMI 1 1-4 1. AC-IN Port 2. HDMI Port 3. DisplayPort 4. Type-C Port 5. Audio - out Port 6.
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. Power Close Menu Input Select 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. • Press this button to turn on the OSD menu. • Turns on the start menu. Execute the selected OSD menu item.
2.1 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 1. Disconnect power and signal cables. Carefully put the front of the monitor face down on a clean table. 2. Press the quick release button from rear cover, and then detach the arm/stand from the monitor. • 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. • You can adjust the monitor’s angle from +35˚ to -5˚. -5 ~ 35 +/-180° 130mm It is normal that the monitor slightly shakes while you adjust the viewing angle.
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3.1 OSD (On-Screen Display) menu 3.1.1 How to reconfigure Splendid VP349CGL HDR OFF Standard Mode USB Type-C 3440x1440@60Hz Standard Mode sRGB Mode Scenery Mode Theater Mode Game Mode Night View 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 Center key. 4.
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. EyeCare EyeCare VP349CGL HDR OFF Standard Mode DisplayPort 3440x1440@60Hz Blue Light Filter Rest Reminder Color Augmentation EyeCheck • • Blue Light Filter: In this function, you can adjust the blue light filter from 0 to max. 0: no changes；Max: The higher the level, the less blue light is scattered. When blue light filter is activated, the default settings of Standard Mode will be automatically imported. Besides maximum level, the brightness is user-configurable. Maximum is the optimized setting.
• EyeCheck: The EyeCheck function contains three patterns: (1) Snellen Chart (2) Amsler Grid (3)Astigmatism. 1. Snellen Chart P1 L11 P2 P3 L6 L2 L10 L5 L9 L4 L1 L8 L7 L3 2. Amsler Grid While focusing at the center point, check that all the lines are straight. 3. Astigmatism Check that each line is of the same width.
Please refer to the following to alleviate eye strains: • Users should take some time away from the display if working for long hours. It is advised to take short breaks (at least 5 mins) after around 1 hour of continuous working at the computer. Taking short and frequent breaks is more effective than a single longer break. • To minimize eye strain and dryness in your eyes, users should rest the eye periodically by focusing on objects that are far away. • Eye exercises can help to reduces eye strain.
3. Color Select the image color you like from this function. Color VP349CGL HDR OFF Standard Mode USB Type-C 3440x1440@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, Motion Sync，FreeSync, HDR, Shadow Boost from this main function. Image VP349CGL HDR OFF Standard Mode USB Type-C 3440x1440@60Hz Sharpness Trace Free Aspect Control VividPixel ASCR Motion Sync FreeSync More Image VP349CGL HDR OFF Standard Mode USB Type-C 3440x1440@60Hz Back HDR Shadow Boost • Sharpness: Adjusts the picture sharpness. The adjusting range is from 0 to 100.
• FreeSync: It can allow a FreeSync supported graphics source to dynamically adjust display refresh rate based on typical content frame rates for power efficient, virtually stutter free and low-latency display update. • More: Return the next page of Image Setting. • Back: Return the previous page of Image Setting. • HDR: High Dynamic Range.Contains two HDR modes(ASUS Cinema HDR and ASUS Gaming HDR).
6. Input Select Select the input source from HDMI, DisplayPort, USB Type-C input signal. Input Select VP349CGL HDR OFF Standard Mode USB Type-C 3440x1440@60Hz HDMI DisplayPort USB Type-C 7. System Setup Adjusts the system configuration.
System Setup VP349CGL HDR OFF Standard Mode USB Type-C 3440x1440@60Hz Back Key Lock Information Power Indicator Power Key Lock All Reset • Splendid Demo Mode: Activate the demo mode for the Splendid function. • 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.
Sound : Adjust the sound settings to your preference. • 1. QuickFit: The QuickFit function contains three patterns: (1) Grid (2) Paper size (3) Photo size. 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. Paper size: Provides users to view their documents in real size on the screen. A4 B5 Letter A4 B5 Letter EXIT 3.
3-12 • Language: Select OSD language. The selections are: English, French, German, Spanish, Italian, Dutch, Russian, Poland, Czech, Croacia, Hungary, Romania, Portugal, Turkey, Simplified Chinese, Traditional Chinese, Japanese, Korean, Persian, Thai, and Indonesian. • More: Return the next page of System Setting. • Back: Return the previous page of System Setting. • Key Lock: Disable all key functions. Pressing the second button on the right for more than five seconds to disable key lock function.
8. Shortcut Selecting this option allows you to set one shortcut key. Shortcut VP349CGL HDR OFF Standard Mode USB Type-C 3440x1440@60Hz Blue Light Filter Splendid Brightness PIP/PBP Setting Input Select Color Temp. Volume More Shortcut VP349CGL HDR OFF Standard Mode USB Type-C 3440x1440@60Hz Back QuickFit Rest Reminder Color Augmentation GamePlus • Shortcut : User can select from “Blue Light Filter” “Splendid”, “Brightness”, “PIP/PBP Setting”, “Input Select”, “Color Temp.
3.2 Specifications Model VP349CGL Panel Size 34 (86.7cm) Max. Resolution 3440 x 1440 (UWQHD) Brightness (Typ) 300cd/m2 Intrinsic Contrast Ratio (Typ.) Viewing Angle (CR>10) 178°(H) /178°(V) Display Colors 16.7 M Response Time 1MS(MPRT) Satellite Speaker Yes(2W x 2) Sound from HDMI/DP/Type-c Yes Type-C input Yes DisplayPort input Yes HDMI input Yes Earphone jack 3.5mm Mini-jack Power ON Consumption <34W 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.
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