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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.
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.
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.
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“...
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. Kensington lock slot. 10. Control buttons. ROG Strix XG27AQM 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 XG27AQM Series Gaming LCD Monitor...
1.3.5 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, GameVisual, Shadow Boost, Brightness, Contrast, ASCR, Aspect Control, Blue Light Filter, Color Temp., Gamma, Saturation, Dynamic Dimming (set as ON).
Base screw size: M6 x 15 mm. 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. ROG Strix XG27AQM Series Gaming LCD 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 when you change its angle. •...
• The VESA wall mount kit (100 x 100 mm) is purchased separately. • Use only the UL Listed Wall Mount Bracket with minimum weight/load 22.7kg (Screw size: M4 x 10 mm) ROG Strix XG27AQM Series Gaming LCD Monitor...
Connecting the cables Connect the cables as the following instructions: • To connect the power cord: Connect the power adapter securely to the monitor’s DC input. Connect one end of the power cord to the power adapter and the other end to a power outlet.
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 XG27AQM Series Gaming LCD Monitor...
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• 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. Refresh rate. This function is only available when DisplayPort Ver. is DisplayPort • 1.2+HDR.
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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.
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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-1 2560x1440@ 270Hz Racing Mode Aura OFF ROG Strix XG27AQM 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 XG27AQM 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://rog.asus.com/innovation/armoury_crate/ for more details. ROG Strix XG27AQM Series Gaming LCD Monitor...
3.3 Specifications summary Panel type TFT LCD Panel size 27”W (16:9, 68.47 cm) wide screen Max. resolution 2560 x 1440 Pixel pitch 0.2331 mm x 0.2331 mm Brightness (Typ.) 400 cd/m Contrast ratio (Typ.) 1000:1 Viewing angle(H/V) CR>10 178˚/178˚ Display colors 16.7 M Response time 0.5 ms (Gray to Gray)
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CEL, Windows 7 WHQL, Windows 10 WHQL, KCC, E-Standby, TUV-Flicker Free, TUV-Low Blue Light, UkrSEPRO, ICES-3, CEC, PC Recycle, PSB *Specifications are subject to change without notice. **Measuring a screen brightness of 200 nits without audio/USB/Card reader connection. ROG Strix XG27AQM 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 XG27AQM Series Gaming LCD Monitor 3-11...
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