ROG SWIFT PG38UQ
First Eedition May, 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 Safety information........................................................................................ v Care & Cleaning........................................................................................... ix 1.1 Welcome........................................................................................ 1-3 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.
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. This class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference -Causing Equipment Regulations.
• Slots and openings on the back or top of the cabinet are provided for ventilation. Do not block these slots. Never place this product near or over a radiator or heat source unless proper ventilation is provided. • The monitor should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the label. If you are not sure of the type of power supply to your home, consult your dealer or local power company. • Use the appropriate power plug which complies with your local power standard.
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.
Disposal of waste equipment by user in private household in the European Union This symbol on the product or on its packaging indicates that this product must not be disposed of with your other household waste. Instead, it is your responsibility to dispose of your waste equipment by handing it over to a designated collection point for the recycling of waste electrical and electronic equipment.
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. 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.
AEEE yönetmeliğine uygundur The following symptoms are normal with the monitor: • The screen may flicker during the initial use due to the nature of the fluorescent light. Turn off the Power Switch and turn it on again to make sure that the flicker disappears. • You may find slightly uneven brightness on the screen depending on the desktop pattern you use. • When the same image is displayed for hours, an afterimage of the previous screen may remain after switching the image.
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 Gaming 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! 1.2 Package contents Check your package for the following items: LCD Monitor Monitor Base Quick Start Guide Warranty Card Power Cord Ultra High Speed HDMI 2.
1.3 Attaching the Stand 1. Remove the input/output port cover from the rear of the monitor. Then remove the Allen wrench from the cover. 2. Replace the input/output port cover. Then align and install the stand onto its slot. 3. Using the Allen wrench, secure the stand with the four (4) M6 x 15mm screws. 1 2 3 • 1.3.
• 1.3.2 Using the input/output port cover: the cover can be attached or detached. Remote Control 1 10 1 3 2 4 6 5 7 8 9 1. Power button: Turn the monitor on/off. 2. Input button: Switch the input source. 3. Enter button: Confirm the selection. 4. Navigation buttons: Increase/Decrease values or moves your selection up/down/left/right. 5. Mute button: Turn off the sound temporarily. 6. Shortcut 1 GameVisual (for Remote control): By default, it is GameVisual hotkey.
7. Shortcut 2 GamePlus (for Remote control): By default, it is GamePlus hotkey. To change the hotkey function, go to the MyFavorite > Shortcut > Shortcut1 menu. 8. Volume Down button: Decrease the volume level. 9. Volume Up button: Increase the volume level. 10.IR emitter: Responsible for infrared signal transmission. For battery replacement: Open the battery cover and install the batteries into the battery compartment. Then replace the battery cover.
1.4 Connect cables 1.4.1 Rear of the LCD monitor 10 11 1 2 8 3 4 5 1. HDMI2.1 Port 2. HDMI2.1 Port 3. Display1.4 Port 4. USB3.2 Gen 1 upstream Port 5. USB3.2 Gen 1 Downstream Port 6. Earphone Jack 7. USB3.2 Gen 1 Downstream Port 8. Kensington Lock 9. AC IN 9 6 7 10. IR receiver 11. USB3.
1.5 Monitor introduction 1.5.1 Front/Side view Use the control button on the bottom of the monitor to adjust the monitor settings. Image Color DisplayPort 3840x2160 120Hz HDR Input Select Racing Mode HDMI-2 OFFHDR OFF ROG Swift PG38UQ GameVisual Racing Mode 3840 x 2160 | 60Hz Gaming Variable OD Level 5 VRR Level 4 ELMB/ELMB SYNC Level 3 GamePlus Level 2 GameVisual Level 1 Shadow Boost OFF Input Select 5 PIP/PBP Setup Volume 50 Back Enter 0 Exit 10 ≥5S 1.
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 -5˚ to 5˚. -5 ~ 5 It is normal that the monitor slightly shakes while you adjust the viewing angle.
2.2 Outline dimension Unit: mm 47.8 522.2 583.9 861 255.
2.3 Turning on the monitor You can either press the button on the remote control or the on the monitor to turn on the monitor. button If the Power Indicator function is enabled and an input source is detected， the power LED will light up white to indicate that the monitor is turned on. • 2.4 If no signal is detected for around 10 minutes, the monitor automatically enters saving mode. For VESA wall mount • Avoid damaging the monitor surface.
3.1 OSD (On-Screen Display) menu 3.1.1 How to reconfigure You can either use the remote control or the Control buttons on the monitor to navigate through the menu and make adjustments.
3.1.2 1. OSD Function Introduction Gaming Configure your gaming preferences. GameVisual Racing Mode 3840 x 2160 | 144Hz Gaming Image Color Variable OD Level 5 VRR Level 4 ELMB/ELMB SYNC Level 3 GamePlus Level 2 GameVisual Level 1 Shadow Boost OFF DisplayPort 3840x2160 120Hz HDR Input Select Racing Mode HDMI-2 OFFHDR OFF ROG Swift PG38UQ Input Select PIP/PBP Setup Volume 50 2. 3-2 Back Enter Exit • Variable OD:Speeds up the response time by Over Drive technology.
3840 x 2160 | 144Hz Gaming Image Color Input Select Brightness 65 Contrast 80 VividPixel 50 GameVisual Racing Mode DisplayPort 3840x2160 120Hz HDR Input Select Racing Mode DisplayPort ROG Swift PG38UQ OFFHDR OFF 65 HDR Setting Dynamic Dimming ASCR Aspect Control Blue Light Filter PIP/PBP Setup Volume 50 Back Enter Exit • Brightness: Adjust the brightness level. • Contrast: Adjust the contrast level.
• Aspect Control: Adjusts the aspect ratio to 16:9, 4:3, 21:9, 32:9 and Screen Position. Adjust the aspect ratio to 16:9, 4:3 or 21:9 to enjoy different gaming scenario. 16:9: Simply choose Simulate 27” or 25” under Full for better FPS gaming size; or you can choose Pixel by pixel such as 3840x2160resolution for 27” or 3840x2160 resolution for 25” under Windows Display setting. 4:3: Provides multiple 4:3 aspect ratio choices with different screen sizes, including Full, Equivalent and Pixel by pixel items.
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. GameVisual Racing Mode 3840 x 2160 | 144Hz Gaming Image Display Color Space sRGB Color Temp. DCI-P3 Saturation 50 DisplayPort 3840x2160 120Hz HDR Input Select Racing Mode HDMI-2 OFFHDR OFF ROG Swift PG38UQ Wide Gamut Six-axis Saturation Color Gamma Input Select PIP/PBP Setup Volume 50 3-6 Enter Exit • Display Color Space: Select color space to sRGB, Wide Gamut and DCI-P3. • Color Temp.
3840 x 2160 | 144Hz Gaming Image GameVisual Racing Mode DisplayPort 3840x2160 120Hz HDR Input Select Racing Mode HDMI-2 OFFHDR OFF ROG Swift PG38UQ Auto input Detection DisplayPort HDMI-1 HDMI-2 Color Input Select PIP/PBP Setup Volume 50 Back Enter Exit 5. PIP/PBP Setup The PIP/PBP Setup allows you to open up sub-window(s) connected from any video source.
GameVisual Racing Mode 3840 x 2160 | 144Hz MyFavorite Shortcut Shortcut Customised Setting Shortcut DisplayPort 3840x2160 120Hz HDR Input Select Racing Mode HDMI-2 OFFHDR OFF ROG Swift PG38UQ Shortcut System Setup Shortcut Shortcut 1 Shortcut 2 Volume 50 3-8 Back Enter Exit • Shortcut: Assign a function for the designated shortcut button. • Customized Setting: Load/Save all settings on the monitor.
8. System Setup Adjust the system configurations.
• Power Setting：Select the power setting mode. If the setting is set to Standard Mode, it may result in higher power consumption. On the other hand, if the setting is set to Power Saving Mode, it may cause limited luminance performance. Power Setting Standard mode setting may result in higher power consumption. Power saving mode may cause limited luminance performance. Would you like to switch to Standard mode? YES NO • OSD Setup: Configure the OSD menu related settings.
3.3 Specifications Panel type Panel Size LCD 38” W (96.52 cm) Max. Resolution 3840 x 2160 @ 144Hz Pixel Pitch 0.219 mm x 0.219 mm Brightness 350 nits(Typ.) Contrast Ratio 1000:1(Typ.) Viewing Angle (H/V) 178°(V) /178°(H) Display Colors 16.7M Response Time 1 ms (G TO G ) Color temperature selection 8 color temperatures Analog input No Digital input HDMI 2.1 x 2, DP 1.4 x 1 Earphone jack Speaker (Built-in) USB3.2 Port Colors Tilt Swivel Yes 5Wx2 USB 3.
9.04 kg (without stand) Weight (Esti.) Multi-languages Accessories 10.23 kg (Net) 15.66 kg (Gross) English, French, German, Spanish, Italian, Dutch, Russian, Poland, Czech, Croacia, Hungary, Romania, Portugal, Turkey, Simplified Chinese, Traditional Chinese, Japanese, Korean, Persian, Thai, Indonesian, Ukrainian Monitor Base,Quick Start Guide,Warranty Card,Power Cord,Ultra High Speed HDMI 2.
3.3 Troubleshooting (FAQ) Problem Power LED is not ON The power LED lights amber and there is no screen image Screen image is too light or dark Screen image bounces or a wave pattern is present in the image Screen image has color defects (white does not look white) No sound or sound is low The BIOS screen cannot be displayed Set 3840x2160@144Hz 12bits, monitor enters power saving mode. ASUS LCD Monitor PG Series Possible Solution • Press the button to check if the monitor is in the ON mode.
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Video Timing 1440 576 P 50Hz 4:3 • • Video Timing 1920 1080 P 24Hz 16:9 • • Video Timing 1920 1080 P 25Hz 16:9 • • Video Timing 1920 1080 P 30Hz 16:9 • • Video Timing 1920 1080 P 50Hz 16:9 • • Video Timing 1920 1080 P 100Hz 16:9 • • Video Timing 1920 1080 P 119.
Aspect Control can support timing H Pixels V Pixels Frame Rate PC Timing 640 480 60 • • PC Timing 800 600 56 • • PC Timing 800 600 60 • • PC Timing 1024 768 60 • • PC Timing 1024 768 120 • • PC Timing 1152 864 75 • • PC Timing 1280 720 60 • • PC Timing 1280 960 60 • • PC Timing 1440 900 60 • • PC Timing 1680 1050 60 • • PC Timing 1920 1080 60 • • PC Timing 2560 1080 144 • • PC Timing 3440 1440 60 • • PC Timing 3440 1440 144
Display HDMI Port PBP Timing H Pixels V Pixels Frame Rate PC Timing 640 480 60 • • PC Timing 800 600 56 • • PC Timing 800 600 60 • • PC Timing 1024 768 60 • • PC Timing 1152 864 75 • • PC Timing 1280 720 60 • • PC Timing 1280 960 60 • • PC Timing 1440 900 60 • • PC Timing 1680 1050 60 • • PC Timing 1920 2160 60 • • Video Timing 640 480P 59.94/60Hz 4:3 • • Video Timing 720 480 P 59.
3-18 Display HDMI Port 32:9 Timing H Pixels V Pixels Frame Rate PC Timing 640 480 60 • • PC Timing 800 600 56 • • PC Timing 800 600 60 • • PC Timing 1024 768 60 • • PC Timing 1152 864 75 • • PC Timing 1280 720 60 • • PC Timing 1280 960 60 • • PC Timing 1440 900 60 • • PC Timing 1680 1050 60 • • PC Timing 3840 1080 144 • • Video Timing 640 480P 59.94/60Hz 4:3 • • Video Timing 720 480 P 59.
Display HDMI Port 4:3 Timing H Pixels V Pixels Frame Rate PC Timing 640 480 60 • • PC Timing 800 600 56 • • PC Timing 800 600 60 • • PC Timing 1024 768 144 • • PC Timing 1024 768 60 • • PC Timing 1152 864 75 • • PC Timing 1152 864 144 • • PC Timing 1280 720 60 • • PC Timing 1280 960 60 • • PC Timing 1280 960 144 • • PC Timing 1280 1024 144 • • PC Timing 1440 900 60 • • PC Timing 1680 1050 60 • • Video Timing 640 480P 59.
3-20 Display HDMI Port 25inch Timing H Pixels V Pixels Frame Rate PC Timing 640 480 60 • • PC Timing 800 600 56 • • PC Timing 800 600 60 • • PC Timing 1024 768 60 • • PC Timing 1152 864 75 • • PC Timing 1280 720 60 • • PC Timing 1280 960 60 • • PC Timing 1440 900 60 • • PC Timing 1680 1050 60 • • PC Timing 2528 1420 144 • • Video Timing 640 480P 59.94/60Hz 4:3 • • Video Timing 720 480 P 59.
Display HDMI Port 27inch Timing H Pixels V Pixels Frame Rate PC Timing 640 480 60 • • PC Timing 800 600 56 • • PC Timing 800 600 60 • • PC Timing 1024 768 60 • • PC Timing 1152 864 75 • • PC Timing 1280 720 60 • • PC Timing 1280 960 60 • • PC Timing 1440 900 60 • • PC Timing 1680 1050 60 • • PC Timing 2528 1420 144 • • PC Timing 2528 1536 144 • • Video Timing 640 480P 59.94/60Hz 4:3 • • Video Timing 720 480 P 59.
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