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  • Page 2 Gaming Monitor User Guide Copyright © 2021 GIGA-BYTE TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD. All rights reserved. The trademarks mentioned in this manual are legally registered to their respective owners. Disclaimer Information in this manual is protected by copyright laws and is the property of GIGABYTE.

  • Page 3: Safety Information

    Gaming Monitor User Guide SAFETY INFORMATION Safety Precautions Read through the following Safety Precautions before using the monitor. • Only use the accessories that are provided with the monitor or that which are recommended by the manufacturer. • Keep the plastic packaging bag for the product in a place that cannot be reached by children.

  • Page 4: Stability Hazard Precautions

    Gaming Monitor User Guide Stability Hazard Precautions The product may fall, causing serious personal injury or death. To prevent injury, this product must be securely attached to the floor/wall in accordance with the installation instructions. Many injuries, particularly to children, can be avoided by taking simple precautions such as: • ALWAYS use stands or installation methods recommended by the manufacturer of the product set.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Gaming Monitor User Guide CONTENTS Safety Information ........................3 Safety Precautions ......................3 Stability Hazard Precautions ..................4 Introduction ..........................6 Unpacking ...........................6 Package Contents ......................8 Product Overview ......................9 Getting Started......................... 11 Installing the Monitor Base ..................11 Adjusting the Viewing Angle ..................13 Installing a Wall-Mount Bracket (Optional) ............

  • Page 6: Introduction

    Gaming Monitor User Guide INTRODUCTION Unpacking Open the upper cover of the packaging box. Then observe the unpacking label attached on the inner cover. Making sure the box is in the correct orientation, carefully lay the box on the stable surface. Open the inner cover.
  • Page 7 Gaming Monitor User Guide Remove the transparent wrapper securing the EPS foams. Then remove the items from the upper EPS foam. Transparent Wrapper Remove the upper EPS foam. Then you can remove the monitor from the lower EPS foam. - 7 -...

  • Page 8: Package Contents

    Monitor Base Power Cable Power Adapter HDMI Cable USB Cable Multilingual Installation Guide M27Q X DP Cable Quick Start Guide Warranty Card Note: Please keep the packaging box and packing materials for future transportation of the monitor. - 8 -...

  • Page 9: Product Overview

    Gaming Monitor User Guide Product Overview Front View Power LED - 9 -...
  • Page 10 Gaming Monitor User Guide Rear View HDMI-1 HDMI-2 TYPE-C USB 3.0 HDMI-1 HDMI-2 TYPE-C USB 3.0 Control button DisplayPort KVM button USB Type-C port Kensington lock USB upstream port Headphone jack USB 3.0 ports (x2) HDMI ports (x2) DC IN jack Note: HDMI, the HDMI logo and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC.

  • Page 11: Getting Started

    Gaming Monitor User Guide GETTING STARTED Installing the Monitor Base Place the monitor on the lower EPS foam, with the screen facing down. Align the monitor base with the standoff underneath the stand. Then attach the base onto the stand. Lift the screw ring and turn it clockwise to secure the monitor base in place.
  • Page 12 Gaming Monitor User Guide Lift the monitor to an upright position and place it on a table. Remove the small block of EPS foam located in between the rear of the screen and the stand. Then remove the safety plate from its slot. Note: By removing the safety plate, you can now adjust the screen to the desired height.

  • Page 13: Adjusting The Viewing Angle

    Gaming Monitor User Guide Adjusting the Viewing Angle Note: Hold the monitor base so that the screen does not topple when you make the adjustment. Adjusting the Tilt Angle Tilt the screen forward or backward to the desired viewing angle (5˚...

  • Page 14: Installing A Wall-Mount Bracket (Optional)

    Gaming Monitor User Guide Installing a Wall-Mount Bracket (Optional) Use only a 100 x 100 mm VESA compatible wall mount kit. Place the monitor on the lower EPS foam, with the screen facing down. Push the release button upwards to disengage the stand from the monitor.

  • Page 15: Making Connections

    Gaming Monitor User Guide Making Connections HDMI-1 HDMI-2 TYPE-C USB 3.0 Headphone cable USB (A-Male to B-Male) cable HDMI cable USB cable DisplayPort cable Power adapter and power cable USB Type-C cable - 15 -...

  • Page 16: Using The Device

    Gaming Monitor User Guide USING THE DEVICE Turning the Power On/Off Power On Connect the power cable to the power adapter. Connect the power adapter to the DC IN jack at the rear of the monitor. Connect the power cable to a power outlet. Control Press the button to turn on the monitor.

  • Page 17: User Comfort Recommendations

    Gaming Monitor User Guide User Comfort Recommendations The following are some tips for comfortable viewing of your monitor: • Optimal viewing distances for monitors range from approximately 510 mm to 760 mm (20” to 30”). • A general guideline is to position the monitor such that the top of the screen is at or slightly below your eye-height when you are comfortably seated.

  • Page 18: Operations

    Gaming Monitor User Guide OPERATIONS Quick Menu Hot Key Control By default, the button has been assigned with the specific function. Note: To change the preset hot key function, refer to the “Quick Switch” section on page 34. To access the hot key function, do the following: Control ) to enter the Black Equalizer • Move the...
  • Page 19 Gaming Monitor User Guide Control ) to enter the Picture Mode • Move the button down ( menu. Control Move the button up/down ( ) to select the Picture Mode desired option and press the Control button to confirm. Standard RTS/RPG Movie Reader...
  • Page 20 Gaming Monitor User Guide Function Key Guide Control button to display the Main menu. Press the Settings SETTING Game Assist (Multi Task) MULTI TASK EXIT GAME ASSIST Exit Power Off POWER OFF Control Then use the button to select the desired function and configure the related settings.
  • Page 21 Gaming Monitor User Guide Press to switch device. To switch to USB Type-C input source, simply press the KVM button Control or the button. However, when there is no input signal from currently selected input source, the system will return to the previous connected input source.
  • Page 22 Gaming Monitor User Guide • KVM ON/OFF: Enable/Disable the KVM button function. √ Select ON to enable the KVM button function. Once the system detected USB Type-C input signal, a message box will appear on the screen. Press to switch device. Press the KVM button or the Control button to switch to USB...
  • Page 23 Gaming Monitor User Guide Game Assist When the Main menu appears on the screen, move the Control button ) to enter the Game Assist menu. right ( GameAssist Gaming Timer GAME INFO Gaming Counter Count Up Crosshair Refresh Rate Count Down Eagle Eye Info Location Dashboard...
  • Page 24 Gaming Monitor User Guide 00:00 • Crosshair: Select the desired crosshair type to suit your gaming environment. It makes aiming much easier. • Eagle Eye: Configure the zoomed screen size settings. GameAssist OSD Size Small GAME INFO Ratio Medium Crosshair Function Position Large...
  • Page 25 Gaming Monitor User Guide Reset: Restore the default settings. √ OFF: Disable the function. √ Function: Once enabled, the screen will briefly flash black, and the highest refresh rate will be limited. If this option is disabled, the ON/OFF option will be grayed out. •...
  • Page 26 Gaming Monitor User Guide CPU Temperature CPU Frequency CPU Fan Speed CPU Usage Rate GPU Temperature GPU Frequency GPU Fan Speed GPU Usage Rate AORUS Mouse DPI Note: Make sure the USB cable is properly connected to the USB upstream port of the monitor and the USB port of your computer.

  • Page 27: Configure The Device Settings

    Premium Smart OD 60 HZ Picture Mode Standard Gaming Monitor User Guide Configure the Device Settings When the Main menu appears on the screen, move the Control button ) to enter the Settings menu. up ( Note: Use the Control button to navigate through the menu and make adjustments.
  • Page 28 Gaming Monitor User Guide Item Description Super Sharpen the low resolution images. Resolution Display Mode Select the aspect ratio of the screen. • Full: Scale the input image to fill the screen. Ideal for 16:9 aspect images. • Aspect: Display the input image without geometric distortion filling as much of the screen as possible.
  • Page 29 Gaming Monitor User Guide Picture Configure the image related settings. Brightness Contrast Sharpness Gamma Color Temperature Normal Picture Mode Standard Gaming Standard Brightness Picture Contrast Display RTS/RPG 6 axis Color PIP/PBP Movie Color Vibrance System Reader Sharpness Language sRGB Gamma Save Settings Custom 1 Color Temperature...
  • Page 30 Gaming Monitor User Guide Item Description Color Select the color temperature. Temperature Note: Select User Define to customize the color temperature by adjusting the red (R), green (G), or blue (B) level according to your preference. Low Blue Light Reduce the amount of blue light exposure from the screen.
  • Page 31 Gaming Monitor User Guide Display Configure the display screen related settings. Brightness Contrast Sharpness Gamma Color Temperature Normal Picture Mode Standard Gaming Input HDMI 1 Picture RGB Range HDMI 2 Display Overscan DisplayPort PIP/PBP Type-C System Language Save Settings Exit Reset all Move/Adjust Enter/Confirm...
  • Page 32 Gaming Monitor User Guide PIP/PBP Configure the multi-picture related settings. Brightness Contrast Sharpness Gamma Color Temperature Normal Picture Mode Standard Gaming Picture Display PIP/PBP System Language Save Settings Exit Reset all Move/Adjust Enter/Confirm Item Description Disable the PIP/PBP function. Split the screen into 2 parts (main window and inset window).
  • Page 33 Gaming Monitor User Guide System Configure the system related settings. Brightness Contrast Sharpness Gamma Color Temperature Normal Picture Mode Standard Gaming Volume Audio Picture OSD Settings Mute Display Quick Switch PIP/PBP Other Settings System Language Save Settings Exit Reset all Move/Adjust Enter/Confirm Item...
  • Page 34 Gaming Monitor User Guide Item Description Quick Switch Assign the function of the hot keys. Available options: Aim Stabilizer sync, Black Equalizer, Low Blue Light, Volume, Input, Contrast, Brightness, and Picture Mode. The default setting of the hot keys as below: D Up ( ): Black Equalizer D Down (...
  • Page 35 Gaming Monitor User Guide Item Description Other Settings • Type-C Compatibility: Turn this option on to improve mobile devices compatibility. (continue) • USB Charge: Enable or disable the USB Type-A charging (5V/1.5A) function in standby mode. Language Select an available language for the OSD menu. Brightness Contrast Sharpness...
  • Page 36 Gaming Monitor User Guide Save Settings Set the personalized OSD configurations for Setting1, Setting2, or Setting3. Brightness Contrast Sharpness Gamma Color Temperature Normal Picture Mode Standard Gaming Setting 1 Save Picture Setting 2 Load Display Setting 3 PIP/PBP System Language Save Settings Exit Reset all...

  • Page 37: Appendices

    Gaming Monitor User Guide APPENDICES Specifications Item Specifications Panel Size 27-inch Aspect Ratio 16:9 Resolution 2560 x 1440 LED Life 30,000 hours Pixel Pitch 0.2331 x 0.2331 Brightness 350nits (typ.) Contrast Ratio 1000:1 (typ.) Color Depth 1.07G colors Active Display Area 596.736 (H) x 335.664 (V) Viewing Angle 178°(H) / 178°(V)

  • Page 38: Supported Timing List

    Gaming Monitor User Guide Supported Timing List Port Port 640x480@60Hz 640x480@60Hz 640x480@75Hz 640x480@75Hz 720x480@60Hz 720x480@60Hz 800x600@60Hz 800x600@60Hz 800x600@75Hz 800x600@75Hz 1024x768@60Hz 1024x768@60Hz 1024x768@75Hz 1024x768@75Hz 1280x720@60Hz HDMI 1280x720@60Hz 1280x720@120Hz 1280x720@120Hz 1920x1080@60Hz (Type-C) 1920x1080@60Hz 1920x1080@120Hz 1920x1080@120Hz 1920x1080@144Hz 1920x1080@144Hz 2560x1440@60Hz 2560x1440@60Hz 2560x1440@120Hz 2560x1440@120Hz 2560x1440@144Hz 2560x1440@144Hz 2560x1440@165Hz 2560x1440@200Hz...

  • Page 39: Troubleshooting

    Gaming Monitor User Guide Troubleshooting Problem Possible Solution(s) No power • Make sure the power cable is properly connected to the power source and the monitor. • Check the cable and plug to make sure they are not broken. • Make sure the monitor is turned on. No image appears • Make sure the monitor and the computer on the screen...

  • Page 40: Basic Care

    Gaming Monitor User Guide Basic Care When the screen becomes dirty, do the following to clean the screen: • Wipe the screen with your soft, lint-free cloth to remove any residual dust. • Spray or apply the cleaning fluid onto a soft cloth. Then wipe the screen gently with the damp cloth.

  • Page 41: Regulatory Notices

    Supplier’s Declaration of Conformity 47 CFR § 2.1077 Compliance Information Product Name: LCD monitor Trade Name: GIGABYTE Model Number: M27Q X Responsible Party – U.S. Contact Information: G.B.T. Inc. Address: 17358 Railroad street, City Of Industry, CA91748 Tel.: 1-626-854-9338 Internet contact information: https://www.gigabyte.com...
  • Page 42 Gaming Monitor User Guide 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.
  • Page 43 Gaming Monitor User Guide WEEE Symbol Statement The symbol shown below is on the product or on its packaging, which indicates that this product must not be disposed of with other waste. Instead, the device should be taken to the waste collection centers for activation of the treatment, collection, recycling and disposal procedure.
  • Page 44 Gaming Monitor User Guide CE declaração de conformidade Este produto com a marcação CE estão em conformidade com das seguintes Diretivas UE: Diretiva Baixa Tensão 2014/35/EU; Diretiva CEM 2014/30/EU; Diretiva Conceção Ecológica 2009/125/CE; Diretiva RSP 2011/65/UE e a declaração 2015/863. A conformidade com estas diretivas é...
  • Page 45 Gaming Monitor User Guide EK megfelelőségi nyilatkozata A termék megfelelnek az alábbi irányelvek és szabványok követelményeinek, azok a kiállításidőpontjában érvényes, aktuális változatában: EMC irányelv 2014/30/EU, Kisfeszültségű villamos berendezésekre vonatkozó irányelv2014/35/EU, Környezetbarát tervezésről szóló irányelv 2009/125/EK, RoHS irányelv 2011/65/EU és 2015/863. Δήλωση...
  • Page 46 Gaming Monitor User Guide China RoHS Compliance Statement 中国《废弃电器电子产品回收处理管理条例》提示性说明 为了更好地关爱及保护地球，当用户不再需要此产品或产品寿命终止时， 请遵守国家废弃电器电子产品回收处理相关法律法规，将其交给当地具有 国家认可的回收处理资质的厂商进行回收处理。 环保使用期限 Environment-friendly Use Period 此标识指期限（十年），电子电气产品中含有的有害物质不会 发生外泄或突变、电子电气产品用户正常使用该电子电气产品 不会对环境造成严重 污染或对其人身、财产造成严重损害的 期限。 - 46 -...
  • Page 47 Gaming Monitor User Guide Declaration of the Presence Condition of the Restricted Substances Marking M27Q X Equipment name Type designa on (Type) Restricted substances and its chemical symbols Unit Hexavalent Polybrominated Polybrominated Lead Mercury Cadmium chromium biphenyls diphenyls ethers (Pb)

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