Asus ROG STRIX XG27AQ-W Manual
Asus ROG STRIX XG27AQ-W Manual

Asus ROG STRIX XG27AQ-W Manual

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  • 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

    Contents Notices ......................iv Safety information ..................v Care & Cleaning ..................vi Takeback Services ..................vii Chapter 1: Product introduction Welcome! ..................1-1 Package contents ................. 1-1 Monitor introduction ..............1-2 1.3.1 Front/side view ..............1-2 1.3.2 Back view ................ 1-3 1.3.3 GamePlus 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.
  • 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.
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  • Page 9: Welcome

    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...
  • Page 10: Monitor Introduction

    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“...
  • Page 11: Back View

    • Turns on the OSD menu when the monitor enters standby mode or displays the “NO SIGNAL“ message. Power button/power indicator • Turns the monitor on/off. • The color definition of the power indicator is as the below table. Status Description White Amber...
  • Page 12: Gameplus Function

    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.
  • Page 13: Gamevisual Function

    1.3.4 GameVisual Function The GameVisual function helps you select among different picture modes in a convenient way. To activate GameVisual: Press the GameVisual shortcut button Move the ) button up/down to highlight a desired setting. Press the ) button or move the button right to activate it. To exit the menu, move the ) button left .
  • Page 14: Other Function(S)

    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, Sniper, GameVisual, Shadow Boost, Brightness, Contrast, ASCR, Aspect Control, Blue Light Filter, Color Temp., Gamma, Saturation, Dynamic Dimming (set as ON).
  • Page 15: Assembling The Monitor Arm/Base

    Assembling the monitor arm/base Insert the base into the arm. Fix the base to the arm by fastening the bundled screw. We recommend that you cover the table surface with soft cloth to prevent damage to the monitor. Base screw size: M6 x 15 mm. Cable management You can organize the cables with the help of the input/output port cover.
  • Page 16: 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 when you change its angle. •...
  • Page 17: Detaching The Arm (For Vesa Wall Mount)

    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.
  • Page 18: Connecting The Cables

    Connecting the cables Connect the cables as the following instructions: For service only • 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.
  • Page 19: Osd (On-Screen Display) Menu

    OSD (On-Screen Display) menu 3.1.1 How to reconfigure DisplayPort 2560x1440@ 60Hz Racing Mode Aura OFF ROG Strix XG27AQ HDR OFF Gaming Overclocking Image Color Adaptive-Sync (DP) Input Select ELMB SYNC Lighting Effect GamePlus MyFavorite GameVisual System Setup Shadow Boost MOVE/ENTER BACK EXIT Press the...
  • Page 20 • 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.
  • Page 21 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.
  • Page 22 • Eye exercises can help to reduces eye strain. Repeat these exercises often. If eye strain continues please consult a physician. Eye exercises: (1) Repeating look up and down (2) Slowly roll your eyes (3) Move your eyes diagonal. • High energy blue light may lead to eye strain and AMD (Age-Related Macular Degeneration).
  • Page 23 • Aura Sync: Allows you to turn on or off the Aura Sync function that synchronizes the Aura RGB light effect among all supported devices. • Aura RGB: There are 6 living colors can be chosen: Rainbow, Color Cycle, Static, Breathing, Strobing, OFF.
  • Page 24 • 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.
  • Page 25: Aura

    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 XG27AQ Series Gaming LCD Monitor...
  • Page 26: Specifications Summary

    3.3 Specifications summary Model XG27AQ XG27AQ-W 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˚...
  • Page 27 Accessories Quick start guide, warranty card, power adapter, power cord, DP cable, HDMI cable, USB cable, color clibration testing report, input/output port cover, ROG sticker Compliance and standards CB, CE, CU, CCC, cTUVus, MEPS, FCC, RCM, BSMI, VCCI, RoHS, WEEE, J-MOSS, ErP, PSE, CEL, Windows 7 WHQL, Windows 10 WHQL, KCC, E-Standby, TUV-Flicker Free, TUV-Low Blue Light, UkrSEPRO, ICES-3, CEC...
  • Page 28: Outline Dimensions

    3.4 Outline dimensions 134,3 [5.3] 174,7 [6.9] 22,6 [0.9] 163,6 [6.4] 167,8 [6.6] 335,7 [13.2]-Active area 366,5 [14.4] 255,0 [10.0] 507,5 [20.0] 100 [3.9] 332,4 [13.1] 397,5 [15.7] 141,0 [5.6] 117,0 [4.6] 100,0 [3.9] 3-10 Chapter 3: General Instructions...
  • Page 29: Troubleshooting (Faq)

    3.5 Troubleshooting (FAQ) Problem Possible Solution Power LED is not ON • Press the button to check if the monitor is in the ON mode. • Check if the power cord is properly connected to the monitor and the power outlet. The power LED lights white and there is no •...
  • Page 30: Supported Operating Mode

    3.6 Supported operating mode Resolution frequency HDMI Refresh rate Refresh rate 640x480 60Hz 60Hz 640x480 67Hz 67Hz 640x480 72Hz 72Hz 640x480 75Hz 75Hz 720x400 70Hz 70Hz 800x600 60Hz 60Hz 800x600 72Hz 72Hz 800x600 75Hz 75Hz 832x624 75Hz 75Hz 1024x768 60Hz 60Hz 1024x768 70Hz 70Hz 1024x768...
  • Page 31 Video Timing Resolution frequency HDMI Refresh rate Refresh rate 720x480P 59.94Hz Not supported 720x480P 60Hz Not supported 1280x720P 59.94Hz 59.94Hz 1280x720P 60Hz 60Hz 1440x480P Not supported 59.94Hz 1440x480P 60Hz 60Hz 1920x1080P 59.94Hz 59.94Hz 1920x1080P 60Hz 60Hz 1920x1080P 120Hz 120Hz ROG Strix XG27AQ Series Gaming LCD Monitor 3-13...
  • Page 32 3-14 Chapter 3: General Instructions...

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