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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.
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.
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.
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.
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Welcome! Thank you for purchasing the ROG gaming 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...
Monitor introduction 1.3.1. Front/side.view 5-way) button: • Turns on the OSD menu. Enacts the selected OSD menu item. • Increases/Decreases values or moves your selection up/down/left/right. • Turns on the OSD menu when the monitor enters standby mode or displays the “NO SIGNAL“ message. button •...
The connection enables the USB ports on the monitor. USB.3.0.downstream.ports. These ports are for connection with USB devices, such as USB keyboard/mouse, USB flash drive, etc. Earphone.jack. This port is only available when an HDMI/DisplayPort cable is connected. 10.. Control.buttons. ROG Strix XG279Q Series Gaming LCD Monitor...
1.3.3. GamePlus.Function The GamePlus function provides a toolkit and creates a better gaming environment for users when playing different types of games. The crosshair overlay with 6 different crosshair options lets you choose the one that best suits the game you're playing.
ASCR, Saturation. • In the sRGB mode, the following function(s) are not user-configurable: Color Temp., Brightness, Contrast, ASCR, Saturation, Gamma. • In the Scenery/Cinema mode, the following function(s) are not user- configurable: Gamma. ROG Strix XG279Q Series Gaming LCD Monitor...
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1.3.3. Other.Function(s) • The monitor supports HDR format. When detecting HDR content, an "HDR ON" message will pop up. When displaying HDR content, the following function(s) are not available: ELMB Sync, Sniper, GameVisual, Shadow Boost, Brightness, Contrast, ASCR, Aspect Control, Blue Light Filter, Color Temp., Gamma, Saturation, Dynamic Dimming (set as ON).
Attach the LED projection cover to the stand. We recommend that you cover the table surface with soft cloth to prevent damage to the monitor. To change the film on the LED projection cover, follow the illustration below. ROG Strix XG279Q Series Gaming LCD Monitor...
Cable management You can organize the cables with the help of the input/output port cover. •. Arranging.the.cables •. Using.the.input/output.port.cover: the cover can be attached or detached. Chapter 2: Setup...
Tilt the monitor to its maximum angle. Pivot the monitor clockwise to the angle you need. 0° 90° 0° 90° It is normal that the monitor slightly shakes while you adjust the viewing angle. ROG Strix XG279Q Series Gaming LCD Monitor...
Detaching the arm (for VESA wall mount) The detachable arm of this monitor is specially designed for VESA wall mount. To detach the arm: Have the front of the monitor face down on a table. Remove the covers on where the monitor and the arm meet. Loosen the four screws on the back of the monitor and remove the arm/base.
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. ROG Strix XG279Q Series Gaming LCD Monitor...
Image Color Adaptive-Sync (DP) Input Select ELMB SYNC Lighting Effect GamePlus MyFavorite GameVisual System Setup Shadow Boost MOVE/ENTER BACK EXIT •. Overclocking: •. ON: This function allows you to adjust the refresh rate. ROG Strix XG279Q Series Gaming LCD Monitor...
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• Max Refresh Rate: Allows you to select a maximum refresh rate of 170Hz (Only for DisplayPort input). After selecting, press the button to activate the setting. • Overclocking may cause screen flickering. To reduce such effects, disconnect the DisplayPort cable and use the monitor OSD menu to try again with a safer Max.
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•. Contrast: The adjusting range is from 0 to 100. •. HDR: Contains two HDR modes. •. ASUS.Gaming.HDR: Is the HDR mode that ASUS has specially adjusted for HDR performance. •. ASUS.Cinema.HDR: Complies with VESA Display HDR. •. Dynamic.Dimming: Synchronizes with contents while contrast changing to execute backlight dynamic dimming.
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High energy blue light may lead to eye strain and AMD (Age-Related Macular Degeneration). Blue light Filter reduces 70% (max.) harmful blue light to avoid CVS (Computer Vision Syndrome). Color DisplayPort 2560x1440@165Hz Racing Mode Aura Rainbow ROG Strix XG279Q HDR OFF Gaming Color Temp. Image Gamma Color...
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•. Language: There are 21 languages for your selection, including English, French, German, Italian, Spanish, Dutch, Portuguese, Russian, Czech, Croatian, Polish, Romanian, Hungarian, Turkish, Simplified Chinese, Traditional Chinese, Japanese, Korean, Thai, Indonesian, Persian. ROG Strix XG279Q Series Gaming LCD Monitor...
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•. Sound: Sets the sound related settings from this menu. •. Volume: The adjusting range is from 0 to 100. •. Mute: Toggles the monitor sound between on and off. •. USB.Hub: Turns On/Off the USB Hub function during standby mode. This function is not available (set as On.During.Standby) when Aura.Sync is enabled.
If the USB upstream connection between the monitor and computer is disconnected, to resume the Aura function, you need to re-connect the USB 3.0 upstream port of the monitor to the computer and then restart the computer. • Visit https://www.asus.com/campaign/aura for more details. ROG Strix XG279Q Series Gaming LCD Monitor...
• Turn off the monitor by disconnecting the power cord and then turn on the monitor. • Reactivate the HDR function on your device. ROG Strix XG279Q Series Gaming LCD Monitor 3-11...
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