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Contents Contents....................................................................................................... iii Notices.......................................................................................................... iv Safety information........................................................................................ v Care & Cleaning.......................................................................................... vii 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.
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.
This symbol of the crossed out wheeled bin indicates that the product (electrical, electronic equipment, and mercury-containing button cell battery) should not be placed in municipal waste. Please check local regulations for disposal of electronic products. Prevent Tipping When using the display, fasten the monitor to a wall using a cord or chain that can support the weight of the monitor in order to prevent the monitor from falling.
• 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. • For the models with VESA mount, please use method 1 , install the screws with ring to the VESA mount hole, then tie the cord or chain to the wall. Otherwise, please use method 2 to tie the cord or chain to the stand and then fix it to the wall.
Conventions used in this guide WARNING: Information to prevent injury to yourself when trying to complete a task. CAUTION: Information to prevent damage to the components when trying to complete a task. IMPORTANT: Information that you MUST follow to complete a task. NOTE: Tips and additional information to aid in completing a task. Where to find more information Refer to the following sources for additional information and for product and software updates. 1.
1.1 Welcome! Thank you for purchasing the ASUS® OLED monitor! The latest widescreen OLED 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 Monitor introduction 1.3.1 Front view 1 2 1. 4 Power indicator • 2. The color definition of the power indicator is as the below table. Status Description Red ON OFF OFF Amber Orange flashing Standby mode/No signal Pixel cleaning Close button • Turns on the monitor when the monitor enters standby mode or displays the “NO SIGNAL“ message. • Press to activate the Input Select hotkey. To change the hotkey function, go to the MyFavorite > Shortcut > menu.
• Press this button to activate the OSD menu. In the OSD menu, press this button to enter the OSD menu or enact the selected OSD menu items. Move the button up/down/right/left to navigate through the settings, increases/decreases values or moves your selection up/down/ left/right. • Move and hold the button downward for over 5 seconds to enable/ disable the Key Lock function. • Move the button right to activate the GamePlus hotkey. To change the hotkey function, go to the MyFavorite > Shortcut > menu.
7. USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-B. This port is for connection with a USB upstream cable. The connection enables the USB ports on the monitor. 8. USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A. These ports are for connection with USB devices, such as USB keyboard/mouse, USB flash drive, etc. 9. USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A. This port is for connection with USB devices, such as USB keyboard/mouse, USB flash drive, etc. 10. Earphone jack. This port is only available when an HDMI/DisplayPort/USB Type-C cable is connected. 11.
GamePlus Main Menu GamePlus FPS FPS Counter Crosshair Sniper GamPlus — FPS Counter FPS FPS Counter OFF 001 Number Bar Graph Sniper Night Vision Timer Stopwatch Display Alignment GamePlus — Crosshair Crosshair GamePlus — Sniper/Sniper Night Vision Sniper Dynamic Crosshair OFF OFF 1.2x 1.2x 1.5x 1.5x 2.0x 2.
1.3.4 GameVisual function The GameVisual function helps you select among different picture modes in a convenient way. To activate GameVisual: 1. Press the GameVisual shortcut button 2. Move the (5-way) button up/down to highlight a desired setting. 3. Press the (5-way) button to activate it. 4. Move the exit. (5-way) button left to go back, or press the Close button to • Scenery Mode: This is the best choice for scenery photo displaying with GameVisualTM Video intelligence Technology.
1.3.5 Other Function(s) • HDR The monitor supports HDR format. When detecting HDR content, an "HDR ON" message will pop up and display in the OSD menu. • When displaying HDR content, the following function(s) are not available: ELMB, PIP/PBP, GameVisual, Shadow Boost, Contrast, Blue Light Filter, Color Temp., Gamma, Saturation, Power Saving, Display Color Space, Six-axis Saturation, Sniper, Sniper Night Vision, Proximity Sensor, Sound Source, Uniform Brightness.
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2.1 Attaching the arm/base To assemble the monitor base: 1. Open the box as illustrated. (Figure 1) 2. Insert the base into the arm. Fix the base to the arm by fastening the bundled screw. (Figure 2) 3. Attach the arm into the monitor. (Figure 3) 4. Hold the stand and lift the monitor carefully, then place it on a flat surface. (Figure 4) 1 2 (Figure 2) (Figure 1) 2 1 (Figure 4) (Figure 3) We recommend that you cover the table surface with soft cloth to prevent damage to the monitor.
2.2 Cable management You can organize the cables with the help of the cable management slot. • Arranging the cables 2.3 Detaching the arm/base (for VESA wall mount) The detachable arm of this monitor is specially designed for VESA wall mount. To detach the arm: 1. Press the release button, and then detach the arm/base from the monitor. 2. Attach the ROG wall mount kit to the back on the monitor. 2 1 Handle with caution to avoid injury or damage to the monitor.
2.4 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 +20˚ to -5˚, and it allows 15˚ swivel adjustment from either left or right. You can also adjust the monitor’s height within 80 mm.
2.5 Connecting the cables Connect the cables as the following instructions: • • To connect the power cord: a. Connect the power adapter securely to the monitor’s DC IN input. b. Connect one end of the power cord to the power adapter and the other end to a power outlet. To connect the HDMI/DisplayPort/USB Type-C cable: a. Plug one end of the HDMI/DisplayPort/USB Type-C cable to the monitor’s HDMI/DisplayPort/USB Type-C jack. b.
The USB cable can be used for firmware update. 2.6 • Turning on/off the monitor To turn on the monitor: Press Power button on the monitor. See page 1-2 for the location of the power button. If the Power Indicator function is enabled and an input source is detected, the power LED will light up red to indicate that the monitor is turned on. The power LED will not light up in Power Saving Mode. You can also press any button to turn on the monitor when the monitor is turned off.
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3.1 OSD (On-Screen Display) menu 3.1.1 How to reconfigure ROG STRIX PG32UCDM 3840x2160 Gaming Image Color 60Hz Input Source DisplayPort GameVisual Racing Mode HDR OFF Variable Refresh Rate ELMB GamePlus GameVisual Shadow Boost ASUS DisplayWidget Center Input Select PIP/PBP Volume 50 Back Enter Exit 1. After the monitor is turned on, press the OSD menu. (5-way) button to activate the 2. Move the (5-way) button up/down to navigate through the functions.
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2. Image ROG STRIX PG32UCDM 3840x2160 Gaming Image Color Input Select 60Hz Brightness GameVisual Racing Mode Input Source DisplayPort HDR OFF 30 Uniform Brightness Contrast 80 VividPixel 50 HDR Setting Aspect Control Blue Light Filter PIP/PBP Volume 50 Back Enter Exit • Brightness: The adjusting range is from 0 to 100.
• Square: Provides multiple aspect ratio choices with different screen sizes, including Full, Equivalent and Pixel by pixel. The following function(s) will be disabled when this function turns on: Variable Refresh Rate, PIP/PBP, ELMB. • Blue Light Filter: • OFF: No change. • Level 1~4: The higher the level, the less blue light is scattered. When Blue Light Filter is activated, the default settings of Racing Mode will be automatically imported.
3. Color ROG STRIX PG32UCDM 3840x2160 Gaming Image Color 60Hz Input Source DisplayPort GameVisual Racing Mode HDR OFF Display Color Space Color Temp. Saturation 80 Six-axis Saturation Gamma Input Select PIP/PBP Volume Back 50 Enter Exit • Display Color Space: Selects the color space for the monitor color output. • Color Temp.: Contains 8 modes including 4000K, 5000K, 6500K, 7500K , 8200K, 9300K, 10000K and User mode. • Saturation: The adjusting range is from 0 to 100.
5. PIP/PBP The PIP/PBP allows you to open up sub-window(s) connected from any video source. The following function(s) will be disabled when this function turns on: Variable Refresh Rate, Aspect Control, ELMB, DSC Support. PIP/PBP Mode is used under 60Hz. PIP/PBP Mode does not support HDR function.
The following function(s) will be disabled when this function turns on: Aura RGB. • Aura RGB: There are 5 living colors can be chosen: OFF, Rainbow, Color Cycle, Static, Breathing, Strobing. You can manually change the R/G/B/C/M/Y color for Static, Breathing, and Strobing modes. This function is not available when Aura Sync is enabled. • 7. LIGHT IN MOTION: Selects the brightness level of the light on the stand. The adjusting range is from “OFF” to “Level 3”.
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• KVM: Switches USB downstream port to USB Type-C or USB Type-B upstream port. Computer 2 Computer 1 Step 2 Step 1 Step 3 Or Computer 2 Computer 1 Step 1 Step 2 Step 3 • Type-C Bandwidth: Select USB Type-C with USB 2.0 or USB 3.2. USB 3.2 is up to 3840 x 2160@144Hz when DSC support is ON. • USB Hub: Set the USB Hub availability during standby mode. This function is not available (set as On During Standby) when Aura Sync is enabled. • Keyboard Hotkey: Enables the keyboard hotkeys.
• • • When using Keyboard Hotkey 1, if your keyboard is locked, try the following key combinations to unlock it: Ctrl+num lock, or Alt+num lock . • Keyboard Hotkey 1 is only available when KVM and/or PIP function are activated. USB-C Charging: • 65 W: The USB Type-C port provides 65W power supply. • 90 W: The USB Type-C port provides 90W power supply. The maximum brightness will be 65.
• • Adjusts the OSD position. • Adjusts the OSD timeout from 10 to 120 seconds. • Adjusts the OSD background from opaque to transparent. • Enables or disables the DDC/CI function. Screen Protection: Configures the screen saver related set up. You can improve the image quality issues related to image retention when the screen is on for a certain amount of time. • Screen Saver: Enables/disables the screen saver function.
3.2 Aura Armoury Crate is a software program that controls the colorful LEDs on supported devices, such as monitors, motherboards, graphic cards, desktop PCs, etc. Aura allows you to adjust the color of the RGB LEDs on these devices and select different light effects. You can also correct or adjust the color of the LEDs by calibrating them. To activate Aura: 1. Turn ON the Aura Sync function in the OSD menu. 2. Connect the USB 3.2 Gen 1 upstream port of the monitor to the USB port of your computer. 3.
3.3 Specifications summary Panel Type Panel size Max. Resolution Pixel pitch Brightness Contrast Ratio (Typ.) Viewing angle (H/V) CR>10 Display colors Color gamut Response time Color temperature selection Digital input Earphone jack SPDIF out Audio input Speaker (Built-in) USB 3.2 Gen 1 port Temperature (Operating) OLED 31.5" (16:9, 80.3 cm) wide screen 3840 x 2160 0.1814 mm x 0.1814 mm 250 cd/m2, 1000 cd/m2 (peak) 1,500,000:1 178˚/178˚ 1073.7 M (10 bit) DCI-P3 99% 0.03 ms 8 color temperatures HDMI v2.
Multi-languages Accessories Compliance and Standards 23 languages (English, French, German, Italian, Spanish, Dutch, Portuguese, Russian, Czech, Croatian, Polish, Romanian, Hungarian, Turkish, Simplified Chinese, Traditional Chinese, Japanese, Korean, Thai, Indonesian, Persian, Ukrainian, Vietnamese) Quick start guide, warranty card, power adapter, power cord, HDMI cable (optional), DisplayPort cable (optional), USB Type-A to Type-B cable (optional), USB Type-C cable (optional), ROG welcome card with env
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3.5 Troubleshooting (FAQ) Problem Possible Solution Power LED is not ON • Press any 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 if the power switch is ON. 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.
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• • 3-18 Resolution frequency Refresh rate 2560 x 1440 120/240Hz 3840 x 2160 25/30/50/60/100/120Hz For 16:9 (24.
• • Resolution frequency Refresh rate 2560 x 1440 60Hz (DisplayPort only) 2560 x 1440 120/240Hz 3840 x 2160 24/25/30/50/60/100/120/240Hz 3288 x 1850 60/120/240Hz For 16:9 (Pixel by pixel) aspect control timings Resolution frequency Refresh rate 640 x 480 60/75Hz 720 x 400 70Hz 720 x 480 60Hz 720 x 576 50Hz 800 x 600 60/75Hz 1024 x 768 60/75Hz 1280 x 720 50/60Hz 1280 x 960 60Hz 1280 x 1024 60Hz 1600 x 1200 60Hz 1920 x 1080 25/30/50/60/100/120/240Hz 2560 x 1440 60Hz (Displ
• 3-20 Resolution frequency Refresh rate 1280 x 960 60Hz 1280 x 1024 60Hz 1600 x 1200 60Hz 1920 x 1080 25/30/50/60Hz 1920 x 2160 60Hz 2560 x 1440 60Hz 3840 x 2160 25/30/50/60Hz For PIP timings Resolution frequency Refresh rate 640 x 480 60Hz 720 x 480 60Hz 720 x 576 50Hz 800 x 600 60Hz 1024 x 768 60Hz 1280 x 720 50/60Hz 1280 x 960 60Hz 1280 x 1024 60Hz 1600 x 1200 60Hz 1920 x 1080 25/30/50/60Hz 2560 x 1440 60Hz 3840 x 2160 25/30/50/60Hz Chapter 3: OSD (On-Screen D
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