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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.
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Contents Notices ......................iv TCO certified ....................vi Safety information ..................vii Care & cleaning ..................viii Takeback services ..................ix Product information for EU energy label ..........ix Chapter 1: Product introduction Welcome! ..................1-1 Package contents ................. 1-1 Monitor introduction ..............
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All ASUS products with the ENERGY STAR logo comply with the ENERGY STAR standard, and the power management feature is enabled by default. The monitor and computer are automatically set to sleep after 10 and 30 minutes of user inactivity.
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NOTE: Energy Star is NOT supported on FreeDOS and Linux-based operating system. This product implements power management functionality. In case of no signal input after 10 seconds, the product automatically goes to sleep/ standby mode. 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.
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TCO certified A third-party certification according to ISO 14024 Say hello to a more sustainable product IT products are associated with a wide range of sustainability risks throughout their life cycle. Human rights violations are common in the factories. Harmful substances are used both in products and their manufacture.
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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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AEEE yönetmeliğine uygundur 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.
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About Flicker https://www.asus.com/Microsite/display/eye_care_technology/ 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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® Thank you for purchasing the ASUS LCD 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...
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HDMI port. This port is for connection with an HDMI compatible device. VGA port. This port is for connection with a VGA compatible device. Earphone jack. This port is only available when an HDMI cable is connected. Kensington lock slot. ASUS LCD Monitor VY279HGR Series...
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1.3.3 Using the Controls button Use the control button on the back of the monitor to adjust the image settings. Brightness Exit Power Energy Saving Central button: • Press this button to enter the OSD menu. Left key: • Exit the OSD menu or return to the previous layer. Right key: •...
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ASUS LCD Monitor VY279HGR Series Chapter 2: Setup...
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Assembling the monitor arm/base To assemble the monitor base: Carefully place the monitor on the EPS foam, with the screen facing down. Attach the base to the arm. Lift the screw ring and turn it clockwise to secure the base. Remove the stand cover.
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Hold the stand to prevent the monitor from falling when you change its angle. The recommended adjusting angle is + 23° to -5°. • -5˚ to +23˚ It is normal that the monitor slightly shakes while you adjust the viewing angle. ASUS LCD Monitor VY279HGR Series...
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Detaching the base (for VESA wall mount) The detachable arm/base of this monitor is specially designed for VESA wall mount. To detach the arm/base: Disconnect power and signal cables. Carefully place the monitor on the EPS foam, with the screen facing down. Remove the stand cover.
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Press the Controls button in any of the 5 directions to turn on the monitor. page 1-2 for the location of the controls button. The power indicator lights up in white to show that the monitor is ON. ASUS LCD Monitor VY279HGR Series...
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Standard Mode Splendid sRGB Mode Scenery Mode Eye Care Theater Mode Game Mode Color ASUS DisplayWidget Center Night View Mode Reading Mode Image Darkroom Mode Signal Back/Exit Enter Press the Controls button in any of the 5 directions to display the OSD menu.
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Night View Mode: Best choice for playing dark-scene game or watching dark-scene movie with Splendid Video Enhancement. • Reading Mode: Best choice for book reading. • Darkroom Mode: Best choice for a weak ambient light environment. ASUS LCD Monitor VY279HGR Series...
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Contrast, Saturation, Color Temp., and ASCR. • ASUS DisplayWidget Center: Scan the QR code and download the custom-built app for ASUS monitors that allows you to control monitor settings such as brightness, contrast, and color temperature, all with just a few clicks of your mouse.
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When this function is enabled, the following functions are not available: GamePlus and QuickFit. • Color Augmentation: The adjusting range of color enhancement is from 0 to 100. This function is not available in sRGB mode in the Splendid menu. ASUS LCD Monitor VY279HGR Series...
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Color Set a desired color setting from this menu. ASUS VY279HGR Splendid Signal Brightness 1920 X 1080 100Hz Standard Mode HDMI Brightness Splendid Contrast Saturation Eye Care Color Temp. Color Image Signal Back/Exit Enter • Brightness: The adjusting range is from 0 to 100.
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• Aspect Control: Adjusts the aspect ratio to Full or 1:1 Ratio. • ASCR: Turns on/off the ASCR (ASUS Smart Contrast Ratio) function. • Motion Sync: Offers a more clear mode while displaying motion pictures. Please note this function only works when the refresh rate is 75Hz ~ 120Hz. It includes two modes: Normal Mode and...
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Signal Select the input source. ASUS VY279HGR Splendid Signal Brightness 1920 X 1080 100Hz Standard Mode HDMI HDMI Splendid Eye Care Color Image Signal Back/Exit Enter Settings Allows you to adjust the system. ASUS VY279HGR Splendid Signal Brightness 1920 X 1080 100Hz...
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• Alignment: This facilitates designers and users to organize content and layout on one page and achieve a consistent look and feel. Alignment Grid 1 Alignment Grid 2 Alignment Grid 1 Alignment Grid 2 • Paper size: You can view the documents in real size on the screen. Letter Letter EXIT ASUS LCD Monitor VY279HGR Series...
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• Photo: The various real photo sizes displayed provides photographers and other users to accurately view and edit their photos in real size on the screen. Photo 8x10, 5x7 Photo 4x6, 3x5, 2x2 8x10 • Power Saving: Reduces power consumption. The default setting is Deep Level. When Deep Level is selected, the maximum brightness value is fixed and Splendid mode is fixed at Standard Mode.
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Shortcut 2: User can select from “Blue Light Filter”, “Splendid”, “Brightness”, “Contrast”, “Color Temp.”, “Volume”, “GamePlus”, "Quick Fit", “Rest Reminder”, “Color Augmentation”, "Energy Saving" and set as shortcut key. The default setting is Energy Saving. 3-10 ASUS LCD Monitor VY279HGR Series...
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Specifications Model VY279HGR Panel Type TFT LCD Panel Size 27"W (16:9, 68.6 cm) wide screen Max. Resolution 1920 x 1080 Pixel Pitch 0.3114 mm (H) x 0.3114 mm (V) Brightness (Typ.) 250 cd/m Contrast Ratio (Typ.) 1500:1 Contrast Ratio (Max.) 100,000,000:1 (with ASCR on) Viewing Angle (H/V) 178°(V); 178°(H) (CR>10) Display Colors...
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J-MOSS, KC, KCC, KMEPS, VN MEPS, Energy Star 8.0, TCO 9.0, CEC, HDMI, WHQL Windows 10/11, TUV Flicker free, TUV Low Blue Light *Specifications subject to change without notice. **Measuring a screen brightness of 200 nits without audio/ USB/ Card reader connection. 3-12 ASUS LCD Monitor VY279HGR Series...
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• Select the appropriate color temperature (Color Temp.) via OSD. No sound or sound is low • Adjust the volume settings of your monitor or computer. • Make sure the computer sound card driver is properly installed and activated. 3-14 ASUS LCD Monitor VY279HGR Series...
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Supported operating mode for VGA and HDMI signal Horizontal Vertical Resolution Frequency Frequency DCLK (MHz) VGA HDMI (KHz) (Hz) 640x480-60Hz 31.469 59.94 25.175 640x480-75Hz 37.5 31.5 800x600-60Hz 37.879 60.317 800x600-75Hz 46.875 49.5 1024x768-60Hz 48.363 60.004 1024x768-75Hz 60.023 75.029 78.75 1280x720-60Hz 74.25 1280x960-60Hz 1280x1024-60Hz...
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