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MX279
LCD Monitor
User Guide

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  • Page 1 MX279 LCD Monitor User Guide...
  • Page 2 Product warranty or service will not be extended if: (1) the product is repaired, modified or altered, unless such repair, modification of alteration is authorized in writing by ASUS; or (2) the serial number of the product is defaced or missing.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Table of contents Notices ......................iv Safety information ..................v Care & Cleaning ..................vi Takeback Services ..................vii Welcome! ..................1-1 Package contents ................. 1-1 Monitor introduction ..............1-2 1.3.1 Front view ............... 1-2 1.3.2 Back view ................ 1-4 1.3.3 QuickFit Function ............
  • Page 4: Notices

    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.
  • Page 5: Safety Information

    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.
  • Page 6: Care & Cleaning

    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.
  • Page 7: Takeback Services

    These documents are not part of the standard package. Takeback Services ASUS recycling and takeback programs come from our commitment to the highest standards for protecting our environment. We believe in providing solutions for our customers to be able to responsibly recycle our products, batteries and other components as well as the packaging materials.
  • Page 8: Welcome

    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...
  • Page 9: Monitor Introduction

    Monitor introduction 1.3.1 Front view Button: • Activates the QuickFit function. (Please refer to 1.3.3 QuickFit function). Button: • Press this hotkey to switch from six video preset modes (Scenery Mode, Standard Mode, Theater Mode, Game Mode, Night View Mode, and sRGB) with SPLENDID™ Video Intelligence Technology.
  • Page 10 HDMI cable with the monitor. Power Button/Power Indicator: • Press this button to turn the monitor on/off. • The color definition of the power indicator is as the table below. Status Description White Amber Standby mode ASUS LCD Monitor MX279...
  • Page 11: Back View

    1.3.2 Back view HDMI-1 HDMI-2 HDMI-1 HDMI-2 HDMI port: This port is for connection with an HDMI compatible device. VGA port: This 15-pin port is for PC VGA connection. Audio-in port: This port connects PC audio source by the bundled audio cable.
  • Page 12: Quickfit Function

    To activate QuickFit, press the QuickFit hotkey repeatedly to switch between different pattern sizes. When QuickFit is activated, press the control buttons to make adjustments. The QuickFit OSD displayed in the lower right corner of the screen will guide users to make selections. QuickFit ASUS LCD Monitor MX279...
  • Page 13: Assembling The Monitor Base

    Assembling the monitor base 2.1.1 Assembling the base Have the front of the monitor face down on a table. Attach the base to the arm and fix with the screw to join them tightly. You can easily tighten the screw by fingers. Adjust the monitor to the angle that is most comfortable for you. We recommend that you cover the table surface with soft cloth to prevent damage to the monitor.
  • Page 14: Detaching The Base

    • We recommend that you cover the table surface with soft cloth to prevent damage to the monitor. • Hold the base while removing the screw. ASUS LCD Monitor MX279...
  • Page 15: Adjusting The Monitor

    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 while changing its angle.
  • Page 16: Turning On The Monitor

    OSD menu. Turning on the monitor Press the power button . See page 1-2 for the location of the power button. The power indicator lights up in white to show that the monitor is ON. ASUS LCD Monitor MX279...
  • Page 17: Osd (On-Screen Display) Menu

    OSD (On-Screen Display) menu 3.1.1 How to reconfigure Press the MENU button MX279 to activate the OSD menu. Splendid Scenery Mode Color Standard Mode Image Theater Mode Press to navigate Input Select Game Mode through the functions. Highlight System Setup Night View Mode and activate the desired function sRGB by pressing the MENU button.
  • Page 18 4:3 is only available when input source is in 4:3 format OverScan is only available for the HDMI input source • ASCR: turns on/off the ASCR (ASUS Smart Contrast Ratio) function (only available in Scenery Mode, Theater Mode, Game Mode, and Night View Mode) •...
  • Page 19 • Phase adjusts the phase of the pixel clock signal. With a wrong phase adjustment, the screen shows horizontal distrubances. • Clock (pixel frequency) controls the number of pixels scanned by one horizontal sweep. If the frequency is not correct, the screen shows vertical stripes and the image i not proportional.
  • Page 20 27” (16:9, 68.6 cm) wide screen Max. Resolution 1920 x 1080 Brightness (Typ.) 250 cd/m Contrast Ratio (Typ.) 1000:1 ASUS Smart Contrast Ration ≥ 80,000,000:1 (with ASCR on) (ASCR) Color Saturation (NTSC) 72 % (Typ) Viewing Angle (H/V) CR>10 178° (H) / 178° (V) Display Colors 16.7 M...
  • Page 21 AC 100~240Vac, 50/60Hz Voltage Rating (AC adaptor: ENERTRONIX-EXA1203YH / Delta-ADP-65GD B) Power On: 37W (max), Standby: < 0.5 W (AC110V) / Power Consumption 0.55 W (AC220V), Power Off: < 0.5 W (AC110V) / < 0.55 W (AC220V) Temperature (Operating) 0 ~ 40° C Temperature (Non-operating) -30 ~ 65°...
  • Page 22: Troubleshooting (Faq)

    • Make sure the audio cable is properly connected to the monitor. • Adjust the volume settings of both your monitor and computer. • Make sure the computer sound card driver is properly installed and activated. ASUS LCD Monitor MX279...
  • Page 23: Supported Operating Modes

    Supported operating modes Horizontal Vertical Mode Resolution Refresh Rate Frequency Frequency Pixel (MHz) (KHz) (Hz) 720x400@70Hz 900x449 31.469 70.087 28.322 640x480@60Hz 800 x 525 31.469 59.940 25.175 640x480@72Hz 832 x 520 37.861 72.809 31.500 640x480@75Hz 840x500 37.500 75.000 31.500 800x600@56Hz 1024 x 625 35.156 56.250...

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