Contents Chapter 1 Introduction Package Contents Chapter 2 Setting up the Monitor Attaching the Stand Arm and Base Detaching the Stand Arm and Base Making Connections Adjusting the Viewing Angle Using the Security Slot Chapter 3 Monitor Overview Front View Rear View Bottom View Chapter 4 Specifications...
Chapter 1 Introduction Thank you for purchasing PG27QFT2A, a reliable monitor produced under ASRock’s consistently stringent quality control. It delivers excellent performance with robust design conforming to ASRock’s commitment to quality and endurance. 1.1 Package Contents Your monitor ships with the components shown below. Please make sure that you have...
Chapter 2 Setting up the Monitor 2.1 Attaching the Stand Arm and Base Step 1. Installing the Stand Base • Leave the monitor in its protective foam packaging. ⚠ Important Place the monitor in its protective foam packaging, or on a soft, protected surface to avoid scratching the display screen.
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Step 2. Installing the Stand Arm • Align and slide the two tabs on the stand arm to the groove on the back of the monitor until it snaps into place. • Push the stand lock to the locked position to ensure the stability. LOCK...
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Step 3. Placing the Monitor Upright Lift the monitor carefully out of the foam packaging and into its upright position on a flat, stable surface. ⚠ Important Be careful not to touch or press the display screen areawhen lifting or moving the monitor to avoid any scratches or damage.
2.2 Detaching the Stand Arm and Base Before removing the stand, be sure to turn off the monitor and disconnect all cables. Push the stand lock to the unlock position. Lift upward to disengage the tabs on the stand arm from the monitor. Remove the stand (arm and base). UNLOCK Release the screw at the bottom of the stand base.
2.3 Making Connections Connecting the Power Cord Connect the power cord to the monitor and to an electrical wall outlet. Pass the cable through the cable management hole on the stand arm. ⚠ Important Please make sure to make a grounding connection before connecting the power plug to the power source. Additionally, when disconnecting the grounding connection, be sure to discon- nect the power plug from the power source before proceeding.
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Connecting the Monitor to the PC / Laptop HDMI Connection Connect one end of the HDMI cable to the HDMI connector on the rear side of the monitor. Then connect the other end to the HDMI connector on the PC or laptop. Pass the cable through the cable management hole on the stand arm.
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DisplayPort Connection Connect one end of the DisplayPort cable to the DisplayPort input connector on the rear side of the monitor. Then connect the other end to the DisplayPort output connector on the PC or laptop. Pass the cable through the cable management hole on the stand arm.
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Antenna Cable Connection This monitor has a built-in Wi-Fi antenna. Placed on the table, the integrated antenna on the back of the monitor provides great Wi-Fi connectivity up to 7dBi peak gain. If your motherboard comes with built-in Wifi, use the provided antenna cables to turn your monitor a powerful wireless antenna.
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Audio Cable Connection You can connect headphones to the headphone jack on the bottom side of the monitor. Pass the cable through the cable management hole on the stand arm.
2.4 Adjusting the Viewing Angle Tilt Angle Adjustment For optimal viewing, it is recommended to look at the full face of the monitor, and then adjust the monitor’s angle to your own preference. Hold the stand firmly with one hand while tilting the monitor forwards or backwards with the other hand so you do not topple the monitor when you adjust the monitor’s angle.
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Swivel Angle Adjustment You are able to swivel the monitor for the angle. ⚠ Important Be careful not to touch or press the display screen area when adjusting the monitor.
2.5 Using the Security Slot This monitor supports a Kensington-type security slot. The Kensington lock can be used to secure the monitor and prevent it from being stolen in public locations. NOTE: Kensington lock is not included. You need to purchase an additional locking device.
Chapter 3 Monitor Overview 3.1 Front View Item Display screen Front Panel Controls (Hot Keys/OSD Keys) The labels on the front panel correspond to the buttons on the back. Input Source / Exit Mode / Decrease (-) Volume / Increase (+) Menu / Enter Power button LED Status Indicator...
3.2 Rear View Item Description Press to turn the monitor on. Press and hold for 3 seconds to turn the monitor off. The color definition of the power indicator: Power On/Off button • Solid Blue - Power on mode • Solid Amber - Standby mode • LED Off - Off mode Please see "Hot Keys" on page 22 and "OSD Keys" Hot Keys/OSD Keys on page 23 for more information.
3.3 Bottom View Item Description AC-IN port Connect the power cord. HDMI-1 port Connect your computer with the HDMI cable. HDMI-2 port Connect your computer with the HDMI cable. DisplayPort Connect your computer with the DisplayPort cable. Connect your headphones with the audio cable. Audio output (Purchase separately)
Chapter 4 Specifications 4.1 Monitor Specifications Model: PG27QFT2A Panel Size 27" Viewing Area 596.736(H)*335.664(V) Aspect Ratio 16:9 Panel Type Viewing Angle 178°(H) / 178°(V) Resolution QHD (2,560 x 1,440) Pixel Pitch 0.2331 (mm) Curvature Flat Refresh Rate 180Hz 5ms (GtG)
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Power Consumption (Max) ≦ 55W Power Saving Mode ≦ 0.5 W Power Consumption Power Off Mode ≦ 0.3 W Voltage <3.5mA at 264V/60 Hz. Tilt Adjustment -5°~+20° Swivel Adjustment -20° ~ +20° 0~100 mm Mechanical Design Wifi Antenna 100x100 mm (4 screw holes) VESA Mount M4*12 mm Dimension with Stand...
Chapter 5 Operating the Monitor 5.1 Powering On/Off the Monitor Press the Power button to turn on the monitor. The power indicator lights up in solid blue to show that the monitor is ON. To turn the monitor off, press and hold the Power button about 3 seconds until the LED light on the Power button turns OFF. The color definition of the power indicator: LED Indicator Status Description...
5.2 Hot Keys When the OSD screen is off, press the control buttons on the rear side of the monitor to access the OSD menu, adjust volume, change the preset mode, or select the input source. The labels on the front panel correspond to the buttons on the back. Icon Hot Key (When OSD is OFF) POWER Press the power button to turn on/off the monitor.
5.3 OSD Keys When the OSD screen is on, press the control buttons on the rear side of the monitor to navigate the OSD menu and adjust the settings. To access the OSD (On-Screen Display) menu, press the Menu button to access the OSD main menu. Use the Up and Down buttons to navigate through OSD menus and items. Press the Enter button to confirm the selection. Press the Exit button to exit the current menu. Icon OSD Key (When OSD is ON) POWER Press the power button to turn on/off the monitor. ENTER Confirm the selection.
Chapter 6 OSD Setup This chapter provides you with essential information on OSD Setup. ⚠ Important All information is subject to change without prior notice. 6.1 Accessing the OSD Menu After you press the Menu button, the OSD menu appears on the lower right corner of your monitor screen. Luminance Contrast Brightness Preset Modes Standard MPRT :Exit :Move...
6.2 OSD Menus Function: Luminance Luminance Contrast Brightness Preset Modes Standard MPRT :Exit :Move :Select Main Menu Item Sub Menu Item Sub Menu Description Luminance Contrast 0-100 Contrast adjusts the degree of difference between darkness and lightness on the monitor screen. Brightness 0-100 Brightness adjusts the luminance...
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Function: Image Setup Image Setup Image Ratio Full FreeSync Premium Auto :Exit :Move :Select Main Menu Item Sub Menu Item Sub Menu Description Image Setup Image Ratio Full Select Image Aspect Ratio Aspect Overdrive Adjustment FreeSync FreeSync Premium On or Off Premium Auto HDR Auto or Off...
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Function: Color Temp. Color Temp. Color Temp. User Green Blue Low Blue Light :Exit :Move :Select Main Menu Item Sub Menu Item Sub Menu Description Color Temp. Normal ─ Loads the monitor's default color settings. Warm ─ Increases the color temperature. The screen appears warmer with a red/yellow tint.
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Function: OSD Setup OSD Setup H. Position V. Position Timeout Language English :Exit :Move :Select Main Menu Item Sub Menu Item Sub Menu Description OSD Setup H. Position 0-100 Adjust the horizontal position of V. Position 0-100 Adjust the vertical position of Timeout 5-100 Adjust the OSD Timeout...
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Function: Extra Extra Input Select Auto DDC/CI Reset Resolution 2560H x1440V H. Frequency 89 kHz V. Frequency 60 Hz Model Name PG27QFT1B :Exit :Move :Select Main Menu Item Sub Menu Item Sub Menu Description Extra Input Select Auto Select input source HDMI1 HDMI2 DisplayPort...
Chapter 7 Troubleshooting Problem and Question Possible Solution • Check if the Power button is pressed and the Power LED is not on monitor is power on. • Power Cord should be connected. • Check that the video cable is properly connected. If the connector is loose, tighten the connector’s No signal screws.
• Place the power cord in a way that people are unlikely to step on it. Do not place anything on the power cord. • If this device comes with an adapter, use only the ASRock provided AC adapter approved for use with this device.
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European Union: Batteries, battery packs, and accumulators should not be disposed of as unsorted household waste. Please use the public collection system to return, recycle, or treat them in compliance with the local regulations. California, USA: The button cell battery may contain perchlorate material and requires special handling when recycled or disposed of in California.
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Environment • To reduce the possibility of heat-related injuries or of overheating the device, do not place the device on a soft, unsteady surface or obstruct its air ventilators. • Use this device only on a hard, flat and steady surface. • To prevent the device from tipping over, secure the device to a desk, wall or fixed object with an anti-tip fastener that helps to properly support the device and keep it safe in place.
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(2009/125/EC) and RoHS directive (2011/65/EU). This product has been tested and found to comply with the harmonized standards for Information Technology Equipment published under Directives of Official Journal of the European Union. ASRock Contact Information ASRock EUROPE B.V. Address : Bijsterhuizen 11-11, 6546 AR Nijmegen,The Netherlands...
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FCC-B Radio Frequency Interference Statement This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
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ASRock Contact Information ASRock America, Inc. Address : 13848 Magnolia Ave, Chino, CA91710, U.S.A. Phone: +1-909-590-8308 Technical Support Phone: +1-909-590-8308 Online Support https://event.asrock.com/tsd.asp...
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Chemical Substances Information In compliance with chemical substances regulations, such as the EU REACH Regulation (Regulation EC No. 1907/2006 of the European Parliament and the Council), ASRock provides the relevant information at: https://asrock.com/general/about.asp?cat=Responsibility RoHS Statement Japan JIS C 0950 Material Declaration...
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