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.
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WARNING Usage of other than specified head- or earphones can result in hearing loss due to excessive sound pressures. Please confirm the distribution system in building installation shall provide the circuit breaker rated 120/240V, 20A (maximum). If provided with a 3-pin attachment plug on the power cord, plug the cord into a grounded (earthed) 3-pin outlet. Do not disable the power cord grounding pin, for example, by attaching a 2-pin adapter.
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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Refer to the following sources for additional information and for product and software updates. ASUS websites The ASUS websites worldwide provide updated information on ASUS hardware and software products. Refer to http://www.asus.com Optional documentation Your product package may include optional documentation that may have been added by your dealer.
® 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...
Assembling the monitor To assemble the monitor: • While assembling the monitor arm/base, we recommend that you keep the monitor inside its EPS (Expanded Polystyrene) packaging. Align the screw hole on the arm with the bundled screw on the base. Then insert the base into the arm.
Connect cables 1.4.1 Rear of the LCD monitor HDMI-1 HDMI-2 AC-IN Port DisplayPort HDMI-2 Port HDMI-1 Port Earphone - out Port Kensington Lock ASUS LCD Monitor VG289Q1A Series...
Monitor introduction 1.5.1 Using the Controls button Use the control button on the bottom of the monitor to adjust the image settings. Power Indicator: • The color definition of the power indicator is as the below table. Status Description White Amber Standby mode Power Button:...
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5-way key. GamePlus main menu GamePlus-Crosshair GamePlus-Timer Close Button: • Exit the OSD menu. (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 ASUS LCD Monitor Series...
• Hold the stand to prevent the monitor from falling when you change its angle. • You can adjust the monitor’s angle from +20˚ to -5˚ and it allows 62˚ swivel adjustment from either left or right. -5 ~ 20 15° 15° ASUS LCD Monitor Series...
Detaching the arm/stand (for VESA wall mount) The detachable stand of this monitor is specially designed for VESA wall mount. To detach the arm/stand Disconnect power and signal cables. Carefully put the monitor facedown on its EPS packaging. Remove the screws covers. Remove the four (4) screws securing the arm to the rear of the monitor.
OSD (On-Screen Display) menu 3.1.1 How to reconfigure ASUS TUF Gaming VG289Q1A HDR OFF Gaming User Mode HDMI-1 1080p 60Hz OverDrive AMD FreeSync GamePlus GameVisual Shadow Boost Press Central of 5-way to activate the OSD menu. Press the and buttons to toggle between options in the Menu.
3.1.2 OSD Function Introduction Gaming This function contains five sub-functions that you can select for your preference ASUS TUF Gaming VG289Q1A HDR OFF Gaming User Mode HDMI-1 1080p 60Hz OverDrive AMD FreeSync GamePlus GameVisual Shadow Boost • OverDrive: The adjusting range is from 0 to 100. • AMD FreeSync: It can allow a FreeSync supported graphics source to...
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Brightness: The adjusting range is from 0 to 100. • Contrast: The adjusting range is from 0 to 100. • HDR: High Dynamic Range. Contains three HDR modes (ASUS Cinema HDR and ASUS Gaming HDR, Console Mode). • VividPixel: ASUS Exclusive Technology that brings lifelike visuals for crystal-clear and detail-oriented enjoyment.
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• 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.
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Color Select the image color you like from this function. ASUS TUF Gaming VG289Q1A HDR OFF Color User Mode HDMI-1 1080p 60Hz Color Temp. Saturation Skin Tone • Color Temp.: Contains three preset color modes (Cool, Normal, Warm) and User Mode.
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Input Select Select the input source from HDMI-1, HDMI-2 or DisplayPort input signal. ASUS TUF Gaming VG289Q1A HDR OFF Input Select User Mode HDMI-1 1080p 60Hz HDMI-1 HDMI-2 DisplayPort MyFavorite You can adjust Shortcut and Customized Setting from this main function.
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System Setup Adjusts the system configuration. ASUS TUF Gaming VG289Q1A HDR OFF System Setup User Mode HDMI-1 1080p 60Hz Language Sound ECO Mode Power Indicator Power Key Lock Key Lock OSD Setup Information ASUS TUF Gaming VG289Q1A HDR OFF System Setup User Mode...
• Adjust the R/G/B color settings or select the Color Temperature via OSD. No sound or sound is low • 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 VG289Q1A Series...
Supported Timing List Support Timing table Support Timing table 640x480/60 1920 x 1080 I 50Hz 16:9 800x600/56 1920 x 1080 P 50Hz 16:9 800x600/60 1920 x 1080 P 59.94/60Hz 16:9 1024x768/60 720(1440) x 480 I 59.94/60Hz 16:9 1280x960@60Hz 720(1440) x 480 I 59.94/60Hz 4:3 1280x1024@60Hz 720 x 480 P 59.94/60Hz 4:3 1280x720@60Hz...
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* The modes not listed in the above tables may not be supported. For optimal resolution, we recommend that you choose a mode listed in the above tables. ASUS LCD Monitor VG289Q1A Series 3-11...
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