VY279HGE Series LCD Monitor User Guide
First Edition February 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 TCO certified................................................................................................ vi Safety information...................................................................................... vii Care & Cleaning......................................................................................... viii Takeback Services.....................................
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.
NOTE: Energy Star is NOT supported on FreeDOS and Linux-based operating system. This product implements power management functionality. In case of no signal input after 10 seconds, the product automatically goes to sleep/ standby mode. Canadian Department of Communications Statement This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise emissions from digital apparatus set out in the Radio Interference Regulations of the Canadian Department of Communications.
Safety information • 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.
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. 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.
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.
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 1.3.1 Monitor introduction Front view Brightness Exit Power Energy Saving 1 3 2 Brightness Exit Power 6 4 Energy Saving 5 1. Power indicator • 2. 3. 4. 1-2 The color definition of the power indicator is as the below table. Status Description White Amber Off On Standby mode Off Central button: • Press this button to turn the monitor on during standby mode. • Press this button to display the OSD menu when the OSD is off. • Enters the OSD menu.
5. 6. • Press this button to turn the monitor on during standby mode. • Power Off shortcut key. • Enter the option of the next layer. Down key: • Press this button to turn the monitor on during standby mode. • Energy Saving shortcut key. To change the hotkey function, go to the Shortcut > Shortcut 2 menu. • Key Lock shortcut key. Press and hold it for 5 seconds to enable/disable Keys Lock. Left key: • Press this button to turn the monitor on during standby mode.
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. 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. We recommend that you cover the table surface with soft cloth to prevent damage to the monitor. Base screw size: M6 x 12 mm.
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 +23˚ to -5˚. -5°~+23° It is normal that the monitor slightly shakes while you adjust the viewing angle.
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. Loosen the screw on the base. (Figure 1) 3. Remove the base. (Figure 2) 4. Remove the arm cover. (Figure 3) 5. Use a screwdriver to remove the screw(s) on the hinge, then remove the hinge.
2.4 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 HDMI cable: • a. Plug one end of the HDMI cable to the monitor’s HDMI port. b. Connect the other end of the HDMI cable to your computer's HDMI port. To use the earphone: connect the end with plug type to the monitor’s earphone jack when an HDMI signal is fed.
3.1 OSD (On-Screen Display) menu 3.1.1 How to reconfigure VY279HGE 1920x1080 60Hz Splendid Eye Care Color Splendid Standard Mode Brightness 65 Standard Mode sRGB Mode Scenery Mode Theater Mode Game Mode Night View Mode Image Reading Mode Darkroom Mode Settings Back/Exit Enter 1. Press the Central button to display the OSD menu. 2. Press the Up and Down keys to toggle between options in the OSD menu. As you move from one icon to another, the option name is highlighted. 3.
3.1.2 1. OSD function introduction Splendid This function contains 8 sub-functions you can select for your preference. VY279HGE 1920x1080 60Hz Splendid Eye Care Color Splendid Standard Mode Brightness 65 Standard Mode sRGB Mode Scenery Mode Theater Mode Game Mode Night View Mode Image Reading Mode Darkroom Mode Settings Back/Exit • Enter Standard Mode: Best choice for document editing with Splendid Video Enhancement. Standard Mode meets Energy Star® requirements.
2. Eye Care In this function, you can adjust settings to better protect your eyes. VY279HGE 1920x1080 60Hz Splendid Eye Care Splendid Standard Mode Brightness 65 Blue Light Filter Rest Reminder 0 Color Augmentation Color Image Settings Back/Exit • Enter Blue Light Filter: In this function, you can adjust the blue light filter from 0 to Max. * 0: No change. * Max: The higher the level, the less blue light is scattered.
• Rest Reminder: This function provides you a rest reminder according to how long you set for your working time. For example, if you set a 30-minute working time and there will be a pop up reminder appeared on the upper left corner of the monitor for 5 seconds when time is up. Press any key to make this reminder OSD disappear. When this function is enabled, the following functions are not available: Splendid Demo Mode, GamePlus, QuickFit. • 3.
4. Image Set the image related setting from this menu. VY279HGE 1920x1080 60Hz Splendid Eye Care Color Splendid Standard Mode Brightness 65 Sharpness Trace Free 60 Aspect Control VividPixel 0 ASCR Motion Sync Image AMD FreeSync Premium Settings Back/Exit Enter • Sharpness: The adjusting range is from 0 to 100. • Trace Free: Adjusts the response time of the monitor. • Aspect Control: Adjusts the aspect ratio to Full or 4:3. 4:3 is only available when input source is in 4:3 format.
5. Settings Allows you to adjust the system. VY279HGE 1920x1080 60Hz Splendid Eye Care Color Splendid Standard Mode Brightness 65 Splendid Demo Mode Volume 50 GamePlus QuickFit Energy Saving OSD Setup Image Language Key Lock Settings Back/Exit • Splendid Demo Mode: Splits the screen into two for Splendid modes comparison. (Scenery mode only) • Volume: Adjusts the volume level.
* Alignment: This facilitates designers and users to organize content and layout on one page and achieve a consistent look and feel. Alignment Grid 1 Alignment Grid 2 Alignment Grid 1 * Alignment Grid 2 Paper size: You can view the documents in real size on the screen. B5 Letter Letter B5 * Photo: The various real photo sizes displayed provides photographers and other users to accurately view and edit their photos in real size on the screen.
• Language: There are 22 languages for your selection, including English, French, German, Italian, Spanish, Dutch, Portuguese, Russian, Czech, Croatian, Polish, Romanian, Hungarian, Turkish, Simplified Chinese, Traditional Chinese, Japanese, Korean, Thai, Indonesian, Persian, Ukrainian. • Key Lock: To disable all function keys. Press the Down key for over 5 seconds to cancel the key lock function. • Information: Shows the monitor information. • Power Indicator: Turns the power LED indicator on/off.
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 Signal input Earphone jack Audio input Speaker (Built-in) USB 3.2 Gen 1 port Colors Power LED Tilt VESA wall mount Kensington lock Voltage rating Power consumption Temperature (Operating) TFT LCD 27”W (16:9, 68.58 cm) wide screen 1920 x 1080 0.3113 mm (H) × 0.
Compliance and Standards CE, CB, CU, RCM, cTUVus, UKrSEPRO, KC (EK)/ MSIP (KCC)/ E-Standby (E-Boy), PSE, VCCI, Energy Star, HDMI, Windows 10 & 11 WHQL, MEPS, EU Energy Label, CEC, RoHS, WEEE, EuP (Power Saving Only), EPEAT Silver, PC Recycle, J-MOSS, TUV Low Blue Light, TUV Flicker Free, ISO 9241-307, Ukraine Energy, Sdoc, Vietnam Energy Efficiency *Specifications are subject to change without notice. **Measuring a screen brightness of 200 nits without audio/ USB/ Card reader connection.
3.3 Outline dimensions ASUS VY279HGE Outline Dimension *Unit : mm(inch) 23 5 366.17 [14.42] 336.15 [13.23] Active Area 168.08 [6.62] 597.6 [24.24] [3.62] 436.83 615.58 [3.58] 92.04 [11.76] 90.97 298.8 AA Center [16.97] [7.85] [23.53] Active Area 431.12 199.26 55.99 [17.2] [2.2] 145.71 [5.74] 2.64 [0.1] 52.35 [2.2] 70.65 [2.78] [2.06] 55.86 100 M4*4-Depth 10mm [3.94] 100 ASUS LCD Monitor VY279HGE Series [3.
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.
3.5 Supported operating mode Resolution Frequency 640 x 480 Vertical Frequency (Hz) 60Hz Horizontal Frequency (KHz) 31.469KHz 640 x 480 67Hz 35KHz 640 x 480 72Hz 37.861KHz 640 x 480 75Hz 37.5KHz 720 x 400 70Hz 31.469KHz 800 x 600 56Hz 35.156KHz 800 x 600 60Hz 37.88KHz 800 x 600 72Hz 48.077KHz 800 x 600 75Hz 46.875KHz 1024 x 768 60Hz 48.363KHz 1024 x 768 70Hz 56.476KHz 1024 x 768 75Hz 60.023KHz 1152 x 864 75Hz 67.5KHz 1024 x 768 85Hz 68.677KHz 1152 x 864 75Hz 67.
