VL279 Series LCD Monitor User Guide
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Contents Contents....................................................................................................... iii Notices.......................................................................................................... iv TCO certified................................................................................................ vi Safety information...................................................................................... vii Care & Cleaning.................................
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. 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.
TCO certified A third-party certification according to ISO 14024 Toward sustainable IT products Say hello to a more sustainable product IT products are associated with a wide range of sustainability risks throughout their life cycle. Human rights violations are common in the factories. Harmful substances are used both in products and their manufacture. Products can often have a short lifespan because of poor ergonomics, low quality and when they are not able to be repaired or upgraded.
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.
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 Monitor introduction 1.3.1 Front view Main Menu 3 Exit 4 Power Off 5 Input Select 6 Blue Light Filter 7 Main Menu Exit Power Off Input Select Blue Light Filter 1 1. Power button/5-way button (on the back of the monitor) • 2. Turns the monitor on. Power indicator • 3. The color definition of the power indicator is as the below table. Status Description White Amber Off On Standby mode Off Main Menu • 4.
1.3.2 Back view VL279H VL279Q VL279HE VL279N 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 1. DC-IN port. This port connects the power cord. 2. DisplayPort. This port is for connection for a DisplayPort compatible device. 3. HDMI port. This port is for connection with an HDMI compatible device. 4. DVI port. This 24-pin port is for PC (Personal Computer) DVI-D digital signal connection. 5. VGA port. This 15-pin port is for PC VGA connection. 6. Audio-in port.
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. Attach the base into the arm, making sure the tab on the arm fits into the groove on the base. 3. 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. 2.
2.3 Detaching the arm (for wall mount) The detachable arm/base of this monitor is specially designed for wall mount. To detach the arm/base: 1. Have the front of the monitor face down on a table. 2. Remove the back cover from the monitor. (Figure 1) 3. Use a screwdriver to remove the screws on the hinge (Figure 2), then remove the stand. (Figure 1) (Figure 2) We recommend that you cover the table surface with soft cloth to prevent damage to the monitor.
2.4 Connecting the cables Connect the cables as the following instructions: VL279H VL279Q VL279HE VL279N • • • To connect the power cord: a. Connect the power adapter securely to the monitor’s DC input. b. Connect one end of the power cord to the power adapter and the other end to a power outlet. To connect the VGA/DVI/DisplayPort/HDMI cable: a. Plug one end of the VGA/DVI/DisplayPort/HDMI cable to the monitor’s VGA/DVI/DisplayPort/HDMI jack. b.
2-4 Chapter 2: Setup
3.1 OSD (On-Screen Display) menu 3.1.1 How to reconfigure ASUS VL279 Standard Mode HDMI 1920 x 1080 @ 60Hz Splendid Scenery Mode Standard Mode Theater Mode Game Mode N ig h t V ie w M o d e sRGB Mode R e a d in g M o d e Darkroom Mode MOVE/ENTER BACK/EXIT 1. Press the 5-way button 2. Move the 5-way button (left, right, up, or down) to toggle between options in the menu. As you move from one icon to another, the option name is highlighted. 3.
• Standard Mode: Best choice for document editing with Splendid Video Enhancement. Standard Mode meets Energy Star® requirements. • Theater Mode: Best choice for movies with Splendid Video Enhancement. • Game Mode: Best choice for game playing with Splendid Video Enhancement. • Night View Mode: Best choice for dark-scene games or movies with Splendid Video Enhancement. • sRGB Mode: best choice for viewing photos and graphics from PCs. • Reading Mode: This is the best choice for book reading.
• Level 1~4: 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. Between Level 1 to Level 3, the Brightness function is user-configurable. Level 4 is optimized setting. It is compliance with TUV Low Blue Light Certification. The Brightness function is not userconfigurable. Please refer to the following to alleviate eye strains: 3.
4. Image Set the image related setting from this menu. ASUS VL279 Standard Mode HDMI 1920 x 1080 @ 60Hz Image Sharpness Trace Free Aspect Control V iv id P ix e l P o s it io n Focus A u t o A d ju s t More MOVE/ENTER BACK/EXIT • 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, 4:3, 1:1 or OverScan. 4:3 is only available when input source is in 4:3 format.
5. Sound Set the sound related setting from this menu. ASUS VL279 Standard Mode HDMI 1920 x 1080 @ 60Hz Sound V ol ume Mute S our c e MO V E /E NT E R 6. B A CK /E X IT • Volume: the adjusting range is from 0 to 100. • Mute: toggles the monitor sound between on and off. • Source: decides the monitor sound comes from which source. Input Select In this function, you can select your desired input source.
• Splendid Demo Mode: Splits the screen into two for Splendid modes comparison. (Scenery mode only) • GamePlus: The GamePlus function provides a toolkit and creates a better gaming environment for users when playing different types of games. The crosshair overlay with different crosshair options lets you choose the one that best suits the game you’re playing. There’s also an onscreen timer you can position on the left of the display so you can keep track of the elapsed gaming time.
* Grid pattern: 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 Paper size: Provides users to view their documents in real size on the screen. Letter B5 A4 EXIT * Photo size: Provides photographers and other users to accurately view and edit their photos in real size on the screen. 4x6 • 3x5 2x2 8x10 5x7 EyeCheck: Displays patterns for eyesight test.
* 3-8 Photo size: Provides photographers and other users to accurately view and edit their photos in real size on the screen. • ECO Mode: Reduces power consumption. • OSD Setup: • Adjusts the OSD timeout from 10 to 120 seconds. • Enables or disables the DDC/CI function. • Adjusts the OSD background from opaque to transparent.
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 Splendid Video Enhancement Splendid selection Auto adjustment Color temperature selection Analog input Digital input Temperature (Operating) TFT LCD 27” (16:9, 68.60 cm) wide screen 1920 x 1080 0.311 mm x 0.311 mm 250 cd/m2 1000:1 100,000,000:1 (with ASCR on) 178˚/178˚ 16.
Multi-languages Accessories Compliance and Standards 21 languages (English, French, German, Italian, Spanish, Dutch, Portuguese, Russian, Czech, Croatian, Polish, Romanian, Hungarian, Turkish, Simplified Chinese, Traditional Chinese, Japanese, Korean, Thai, Indonesian, Persian) Power cord, Power adapter, DisplayPort cable (optional), HDMI cable (optional), DVI cable (optional), VGA cable, Audio cable (optional), Quick start guide, Warranty card Energy Star, TCO, EAC, CB, CE, CU, CCC, UL/cUL, FCC, RCM, BS
Outline dimensions 3.3 336,15(13.23) 8,17(0.32) ASUS VL279 Outline Dimension *Unit:mm(inch) 8,17(0.32) 12,69(0.5) 47,99(1.89) 8,5~ H-SKU HE-SKU 13(0.51) 3-11 ASUS VL279 Series LCD Monitor 20,66(0.81) 71,83(2.83) 613,93(24.17) 597,6(23.53) 21,5~ Wall mount keep out area M4*4-Depth-10 100(3.94) 3,5(0.14) n208,4(8.20) 100(3.94) 121,09(4.77) 65,2(2.57) 8,95(0.35) 8,04(0.32) 437,72(17.23) 365,89(14.4) 58,41(2.
3.4 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 is not centered or sized properly 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 if the power switch is ON. • Check if the monitor and the computer are in the ON mode.
3.5 Supported operating modes Resolution Vertical Frequency (Hz) Horizontal Frequency (KHz) 640x480 59.94(N) 31.47(N) 640x480 66.66(N) 35.00(N) 640x480 72.82(N) 37.87(N) 640x480 75.00(N) 37.5(N) 720x400 70.08(P) 31.47(N) 800x600 56.25(P) 35.16(P) 800x600 60.32(P) 37.88(P) 800x600 72.12(P) 48.08(P) 800x600 75.00(P) 46.86(P) 832x624 74.55(P/N) 49.72(P/N) 1024x768 60.00(N) 48.36(N) 1024x768 70.069(N) 56.476(N) 1024x768 75.00(N) 60.02(N) 1152x864 75.00(P/N) 67.
When the monitor is operating in the video mode (i.e., not displaying data), the following high definition modes shall be supported in addition to standard definition video. Preset Timing Name 1 2 3 4 5 6 3-14 480p 720p60 576p 720p50 1080p60 1080p50 Pixel Format Horizontal Frequency (kHz) 720 x 480 1280 x 720 720 x 576 1280 x 720 1920 x 1080 1920 x 1080 31.469 45 31.25 37.5 67.5 56.25 Vertical Frequency (Hz) 60 60 50 50 60 50 Pixel Rate (MHz) 27 74.25 27 74.25 148.5 148.
