VA32UQ Series LCD Monitor User Guide
Table of contents Notices.......................................................................................................... iii Safety information....................................................................................... iv Care & Cleaning........................................................................................... vi 1.1 Welcome........................................................................................ 1-1 1.2 Package contents..............................
Notices As an Energy Star® Partner, our company has determined that this product meets the Energy Star® guidelines for energy efficiency.
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.
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 you! 1.
1.3 Assembling the monitor To assemble the monitor: 1. Place the display flat on a cloth on the table. 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 1 1. AC-IN Port 2. HDMI-1 Port 3. HDMI-2 Port 4. Display Port 5. Earphone Jack 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. 5 2 Menu Exit 3 Power Off HDR Brightness 6 4 1 1. Power Indicator: • 2. Standby mode OFF OFF Press this button to turn on the monitor in power off mode and press again to enter OSD. Exit the OSD menu or return to the previous layer. Press this button to turn off the power to the monitor. Up key: • 1-4 ON Yellow Right key: • 5.
6. Down key: • This is a Shortcut key. The default setting is Brightness.
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 +10˚ to -5˚ -5 ~ 10 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 VA32U HDR OFF Standard Mode HDMI-2 1080p 60Hz Standard Mode sRGB Mode Scenery Mode Theater Mode Game Mode Night View Mode Reading Mode Darkroom Mode 1. Press the Central of 5-way button to display the OSD menu. 2. Press the Up and Down keys to switch the options in the menu. When you move from one icon to another, the option name is highlighted. 3.
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. Splendid ASUS VA32U HDR OFF Standard Mode HDMI-2 1080p 60Hz Standard Mode sRGB Mode Scenery Mode Theater Mode Game Mode Night View Mode Reading Mode Darkroom Mode 3-2 • Standard Mode: This is the best choice for document editing with SPLENDID™ Video Intelligence Technology.
2. Blue Light Filter Adjust the energy level of blue light emitted from LED backlight. Blue Light Filter ASUS VA32U HDR OFF Standard Mode HDMI-2 1080p 60Hz Level 0 Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 Level 4 • Level 0: No change. • Level 1~4: The higher the level,the more blue light will be reduced. • When Blue Light Filter is activated,the default settings of Standard Mode will be automatically imported. • Between Level 1 to Level 3, the Brightness function is user-configurable.
3. Color Select the image color you like from this function. Color ASUS VA32U HDR OFF Standard Mode HDMI-2 1080p 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, Adaptive-Sync/FreeSync, HDR and Shadow Boost from this main function. Image ASUS VA32U HDR OFF Standard Mode HDMI-2 1080p 60Hz Sharpness Trace Free Aspect Control VividPixel ASCR Adaptive-Sync/FreeSync HDR Shadow Boost • Sharpness: Adjusts the picture sharpness. The adjusting range is from 0 to 100. • Trace Free: Speeds up the response time by Over Drive technology.
5. Sound Adjust the sound settings to your preference. Sound ASUS VA32U HDR OFF Standard Mode HDMI-2 1080p 60Hz Volume Mute Source 3-6 • Volume: Adjusts the output volume level. • Mute: Mute the output volume. • Source: Adjusts audio source to “main source” or “sub source”.
6. PIP/PBP Setting The PIP/PBP Setting allows you to open up another sub-window connected from another video source besides the main-window from your original video source. ASUS VA32U HDR OFF Standard Mode HDMI-2 1080p 60Hz PIP/PBP Setting PIP/PBP Mode PIP/PBP Source Color Setting PIP Size Position By activating this function, this monitor displays two pictures from one or two video sources. • PIP/PBP Mode: Selects PIP or PBP function, or turn it off.
7. Input Select Select the input source from HDMI-1, HDMI-2, DisplayPort input signal.
8. System Setup Adjusts the system configuration. System Setup ASUS VA32U HDR OFF Standard Mode HDMI-2 1080p 60Hz Splendid Demo Mode GamePlus QuickFit ECO Mode Shortcut OSD Setup Language Key Lock More System Setup ASUS VA32U HDR OFF Standard Mode HDMI-2 1080p 60Hz Back Information Power Indicator Power Key Lock All Reset • Splendid Demo Mode: Activate the demo mode for the Splendid function.
GamePlus main menu GamePlus-Crosshair (Practice Mode) GamePlus-Timer GamePlus-FPS Counter GamePlus FPS NEXT • 3-10 BACK/EXIT 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. • Paper size: Provides users to view their documents in real size on the screen.
• More: Return the next page of System Setting. • Back: Return the previous page of System Setting. • Information:Displays the monitor information. • Power Indicator: Turn the power LED indicator on/off. • Power Key Lock: To disable / enable power key • All Reset: Selects “Yes” to revert all settings to the factory default mode.
3.2 Specifications Model VA32UQ Panel Size 31.5”W (80.1 cm) Max. Resolution 3840×2160 Brightness (Typ.) 310 cd/m2 Intrinsic Contrast Ratio (Typ.) Viewing Angle (CR>10) Display Colors 1.073G Response Time 4ms (G To G) Satellite Speaker 2W x 2 stereo Sound from HDMI Yes HDMI input HDMI2.0*2 DP input Yes PIP/PBP Yes Power ON Consumption Note < 37 W* *Based on Energy Star 7.0 standard Chassis Colors Black Power saving mode < 0.5W Power off mode Tilt < 0.5W -5° ~ +10° Phys.
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.
3.4 Supported Timing List DP Support Timing table 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 3-14 640x480@60Hz 800x600@56Hz 800x600@60Hz 1024x768@60Hz 1280x960@60Hz 1280x1024@60Hz 1280x720@60Hz 1280x800@60Hz 1440x900@60Hz 1680x1050@60Hz 1920x1080@60Hz 3840x2160@60Hz 2560x1440@60Hz 640x480 P 59.94/60Hz 720x480 P 59.94/60Hz 1280x720 P 59.94/60Hz 720x576 P 50Hz 1280x720 P 50Hz 1920x1080 I 59.
HDMI Support Timing table 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 640x480@60Hz 800x600@56Hz 800x600@60Hz 1024x768@60Hz 1280x960@60Hz 1280x1024@60Hz 1280x720@60Hz 1280x800@60Hz 1440x900@60Hz 1680x1050@60Hz 1920x1080@60Hz 3840x2160@60Hz 2560x1440@60Hz 640x480 P 59.94/60Hz 720x480 P 59.94/60Hz 1280x720 P 59.94/60Hz 720x576 P 50Hz 1280x720 P 50Hz 1920x1080 I 59.94/60Hz 1920x1080 I 50Hz Support Timing table 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 1920x1080 P 50Hz 1920x1080 P 59.
