Summary of Contents for Asus ROG STRIX OLED XG27ACDNG
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ROG STRIX OLED XG27ACDNG GAMING MONITOR U S E R G U I D E...
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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. 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. This equipment generates, uses and can...
Safety Information This equipment is not suitable for use in locations where children are likely to be present. • 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. •...
• Adjustment of the volume control as well as the equalizer to other settings than the center position may increase the ear-/headphones output voltage and therefore the sound pressure level. This symbol of the crossed out wheeled bin indicates that the product (electrical, electronic equipment, and mercury-containing button cell battery) should not be placed in municipal waste. Please check local regulations for disposal of electronic products. 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. Do not lift the display by the stand or the cord.
Where to find more information Refer to the following sources for additional information and for product and software updates. ASUS websites The ASUS websites worldwide provide updated information on ASUS hardware and software products. Refer to http://www.asus.com Optional documentation Your product package may include optional documentation that may have been added by your dealer. These documents are not part of the standard package.
Chapter 1: Product Introduction Welcome! ® Thank you for purchasing the ASUS OLED Gaming monitor! The latest widescreen OLED monitor from ASUS provides a crisper, broader, and brighter display, plus a host of features that enhance your viewing experience. With these features, you can enjoy the convenience and delightful visual experience that the monitor brings to you! Package Contents Check your package for the following items: OLED Monitor Quick Start Guide Warranty Card Power Cord ROG Pouch ROG Sticker Monitor Base Wall Mount Kit Microfiber Cloth USB Type-C cable (optional) HDMI cable (optional) DP cable (optional) USB cable (optional) Feature label (optional) If any of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer immediately. Chapter 1: Product Introduction...
Monitor Introduction 1.3.1 Front View Close button: • When the OSD menu is OFF, press the button to activate the Input Select hotkey. • When the OSD menu is ON, press to exit the OSD menu. Control buttons: When the OSD menu is OFF: • Press the button to activate the OSD menu. button right to activate the GamePlus hotkey. • Move the button up to activate the GameVisual hotkey. •...
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When the OSD menu is ON: • Press the button to enact the selected OSD menu item. • Move the button right to enter the submenu. • Move the button left to return to the previous menu or exit the menu. • Move the button up to move your selection up or increase value.
1.3.2 Back View AC-IN port: This port connects the power cord. USB3.2 Gen 1 downstream ports: When the upstream port is connected. The connection enables the USB 3.2 port on the monitor and power delivery 5V/0.9A. USB3.2 Gen 1 upstream port: This port is for connection with a USB upstream cable. The connection enables the USB hub function on the monitor. Kensington lock slot HDMI ports: This port is for connection with an HDMI V2.1 compatible device.
Earphone jack: This port is connection with an Earphone (Impedance: 32Ω at 1 kHz) 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 several crosshair options letting you choose the one that best suits the game you're playing. There are also on screen timer and stopwatch you can position on the left of the display so you can keep track of the gaming time; while the FPS (frames per second) counter lets you know how smooth the game is running. Sniper function (only available when HDR is disabled on your device) is customized for first-person shooters. You can select the magnification ratio and the type of alignment in sequence. To activate GamePlus: Move the button right. Move the button up/down to select among different functions. Press the button or move the button right to confirm the function you choose, and move the...
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GamePlus Main Menu GamePlus — FPS GamePlus — Crosshair Counter (the Dynamic Crosshair will change color depending on the background color) GamePlus FPS Counter Crosshair FPS Counter Dynamic Crosshair Crosshair Number Sniper Bar Graph Timer Stopwatch Display Alignment GamePlus — Timer GamePlus — Sniper Sniper Timer 1.2x 30:00...
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 select the desired setting. • Scenery Mode: This is the best choice for scenery photo displaying with GameVisual Video intelligence Technology. • Racing Mode: This is the best choice for racing game playing with GameVisual Video intelligence Technology. • Cinema Mode: This is the best choice for movie watching with GameVisual Video intelligence Technology.
Chapter 2: Setup Attaching the Stand Align and install the base to the stand. Then fix the base to the stand by fastening the bundled screw. Align and install the stand to its compartment on the rear of the monitor. Carefully remove the monitor from the EPS packaging. Place the monitor on a stable surface in the upright position. ROG Strix XG27ACDNG Gaming Monitor...
2.3 Detaching the Stand (for VESA wall mount) The detachable stand of this monitor is specially designed for VESA wall mount. Press the release button to detach the stand from the monitor. Remove the stand. Then install the wall mount bracket on the rear of the monitor. 100mm 100mm • The VESA wall mount kit (100 x 100 mm) is purchased separately. •...
2.4 Connecting the Cables Connect the cables as the following instructions: To connect the power cord: Connect one end of the power cord to • the monitor’s AC IN input and the other end to a power outlet. • To use the USB Type-A/B ports: Take the supplied USB 3.2 cable, and plug the smaller end (Type-B) of the USB upstream cable to the monitor’s USB upstream port, and the larger end (Type-A) to your computer’s USB 3.2 port. Make sure your computer is installed with the lastest Windows 10/ Windows 11 operating system. That will enable the USB hub function on the monitor to work.
2.5 Turning On the Monitor Press the button on the monitor to turn on the monitor. If the Power Indicator function is enabled and an input source is detected, the power LED will light up red to indicate that the monitor is turned on. The power LED will not light up in Power Saving mode. You can also press any button to turn on the monitor when the monitor is turned off.
Racing Mode DisplayPort 2560 x 1440 60Hz Variable Refresh Rate Gaming ELMB GamePlus Image GameVisual Shadow Boost Color ASUS DisplayWidget Center ASUS DisplayWidget Center Learn More OLED Care Input Select Volume 50 Back Enter Exit To navigate through the menu and make adjustments, do the following: Press the button to activate the OSD menu.
Racing Mode DisplayPort 2560 x 1440 60Hz Variable Refresh Rate Gaming ELMB GamePlus Image GameVisual Shadow Boost Color ASUS DisplayWidget Center ASUS DisplayWidget Center Learn More OLED Care Input Select Volume 50 Back Enter Exit Variable Refresh Rate: Allows an Variable Refresh Rate • supported graphics source to dynamically adjust display refresh rate based on typical content frame rates for power efficient, virtually stutter free and low-latency display update.
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See 1.3.3 GamePlus Function for details. • GameVisual: Select the picture mode. See 1.3.4 GameVisual Function for details. HDR function will be disabled when GameVisual is turned on. • Shadow Boost: Adjust the monitor gamma curve to enrich the dark tones in an image, making dark scenes and objects much easier to be seen. • ASUS DisplayWidget Center: Display a QR code for you to access the information about ASUS DisplayWidget Center. Chapter 3: General Instruction...
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Racing Mode DisplayPort 2560 x 1440 60Hz Brightness Gaming Uniform Brightness Contrast Image OLED Anti-Flicker HDR Setting Color Aspect Control ASUS DisplayWidget Center Learn More Blue Light Filter OLED Care VividPixel Input Select Volume 50 Back Enter Exit • Brightness: Adjust the brightness level. •...
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• HDR Setting: Set the HDR mode to Gaming HDR, Cinema HDR, Console HDR, DisplayHDR 400 True Black, Adjustable HDR, or Dynamic Brightness Boost. If the setting is set to Adjustable HDR, HDR PQ curve will be affected. • The following function will be disabled when HDR turn on. – ELMB – – GameVisual – Shadow Boost – Contrast – Blue Light Filter – Color Temp. – Gamma – Saturation – Power Saving – Display Color Space –...
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• Blue Light Filter: Reduce the energy level of blue light emitted from the harmful blue light. • OFF: No change. Level 1~4: The higher the level, the less blue light is • scattered. When Blue Light Filter is activated, the default settings of Racing Mode will be automatically imported. Ô Between Level 1 to Level 3, the Brightness function is user-configurable. Ô Level 4 is optimized setting. The Brightness function is not user-configurable. The ELMB function will be disabled when Blue Light Filter is • turned on. • The monitor uses low blue light panel and compliance with TUV Rheinland Low Blue Light Hardware Solution at factory reset/ default setting mode. Please refer to the following to alleviate eye strains: • Users should take some time away from the display if working for long hours. It is advised to take short breaks (at least 5 mins) after around 1 hour of continuous working at the computer. Taking short and frequent breaks is more effective than a single longer break.
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Racing Mode DisplayPort 2560 x 1440 60Hz Display Color Space Gaming Color Temp. Saturation Image Six-axis Saturation Gamma Color ASUS DisplayWidget Center Learn More OLED Care Input Select Volume 50 Back Enter Exit • Display Color Space: Select the color space for the monitor color output. •...
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2560 x 1440 60Hz Screen Saver Gaming Pixel Cleaning Pixel Cleaning Reminder Image Screen Move Auto Logo Brightness Color OLED Usage Info ASUS DisplayWidget Center Learn More OLED Care Input Select Volume 50 Back Enter Exit • Screen Saver: Enable/Disable the screen saver function. The screen brightness will automatically decrease when there is no change on the screen.
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Input Select ROG STRIX XG27ACDNG Racing Mode DisplayPort 2560 x 1440 60Hz Auto Input Detection Gaming USB-C DisplayPort Image HDMI-1 HDMI-2 Color ASUS DisplayWidget Center Learn More OLED Care Input Select Volume 50 Back Enter Exit Chapter 3: General Instruction...
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ROG STRIX XG27ACDNG Racing Mode DisplayPort 2560 x 1440 60Hz PIP Mode PIP Source Color Setting Lighting Effect PIP Size MyFavorite ASUS DisplayWidget Center Learn More System Setup Volume 50 Back Enter Exit • PIP Mode: Enable/Disable the PIP mode. • PIP Source: Select the video input source for each PIP window. •...
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GameVisual Input Select ROG STRIX XG27ACDNG Racing Mode DisplayPort 2560 x 1440 60Hz Aura Sync Aura RGB Lighting Effect MyFavorite ASUS DisplayWidget Center Learn More System Setup Volume 50 Back Enter Exit • Aura Sync: Allow you to turn on or off the Aura Sync function that synchronizes the Aura RGB light effect among all supported devices. The Aura RGB function will be disabled when AURA Sync is turned on.
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GameVisual Input Select ROG STRIX XG27ACDNG Racing Mode DisplayPort 2560 x 1440 60Hz Shortcut Customized Setting Lighting Effect MyFavorite ASUS DisplayWidget Center Learn More System Setup Volume 50 Back Enter Exit • Shortcut: Assign a function for the designated shortcut button. • Customized Setting: Load/Save all settings on the monitor. 3-12 ROG Strix XG27ACDNG Gaming Monitor...
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Racing Mode DisplayPort 2560 x 1440 60Hz Language Sound USB Setup Lighting Effect Power Indicator Power Key Lock MyFavorite Key Lock ASUS DisplayWidget Center Learn More Power Setting System Setup OSD Setup Volume 50 Back Enter Exit • Language: Select the OSD language. •...
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• OSD Setup: Configure the OSD menu related settings. • OSD Position: Set the OSD menu position. • OSD Timeout: Adjust the OSD timeout. • Transparency: Adjust the OSD background from opaque to transparent. • DDC/CI: Enable/Disable the DDC/CI function. DDC/CI option can be adjusted when VRR is OFF. • DisplayPort Stream: Compatibility with graphic card. Select DisplayPort 1.2, or DisplayPort 1.4 by graphic card supported DP version. • DSC Support: Enable/Disable the DSC (Display Stream Compression) function. • Information: Display the monitor information. • All Reset: Select YES to revert all settings to the factory default mode. 3-14 ROG Strix XG27ACDNG Gaming Monitor...
3.2 Specifications Panel type 360Hz Panel size 26.5" Max. resolution 2560 x 1440 Brightness 250nits (typ.) Contrast ratio 1.5M:1 Viewing angle (H/V) 178°(H) / 178°(V) Display colors 10 bit Response time 0.03ms 8 modes (4000K/5000K/6500K/7500K/8200K/ Color temperature selection 9300K/10000K/User Mode) Analog input DisplayPort v1.4 x1 HDMI v2.1 x2 Digital input USB Type-A x3 USB Type-B x1 USB Type-C x1 (DP alt mode)(PD 90W) Earphone jack...
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Package dimensions 860 x 500 x 163 mm (W x H x D) 7.44±0.5 kg (with stand) Weight 4.97±0.5 kg (without stand) 10.4±0.5 kg (Gross) 23 languages (English, French, German, Spanish, Italian, Dutch, Russian, Polish, Czech, Croatian, Hungary, Romania, Portuguese, Multi-languages Turkey, Simplified Chinese, Traditional Chinese, Japanese, Korean, Persian, Thai, Indonesian, Ukrainian, Vietnamese) cTUVus, CB, CE, ErP, FCC, ICES-003, CEC, CCC, BSMI, CU, RCM, VCCI, PSE, CEL, J-MOSS, RoHS, WEEE, Windows 10/11 WHQL, Compliance and Standards KC, KCC, E-STANDBY, Ukraine Energy, AU MEPS, VN MEPS, 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 connections. 3-16 ROG Strix XG27ACDNG Gaming Monitor...
Troubleshooting (FAQ) Problem Possible Solution Power LED is not ON • Press any 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. • Check the Power Indicator function in the OSD menu.
Supported Timing List Supporting Timing Timing Resolution HDMI PC Timing 640x480-60Hz PC Timing 640x480-75Hz PC Timing 800x600-60Hz PC Timing 800x600-75Hz PC Timing 1024x768-60Hz PC Timing 1024x768-75Hz PC Timing 1280x102460Hz PC Timing 1280x720-60Hz PC Timing 1280x960-75Hz PC Timing 1600x1200-60Hz PC Timing 1920x1080-60Hz Video Timing 640x480p-60Hz Video Timing 720x480p-60Hz Video Timing 720x480p-60Hz Video Timing 720x576p-50Hz Video Timing 720x576p-50Hz Video Timing 1280x720p-50Hz Video Timing...
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