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  • Page 1 VG279QE5A Series LCD Monitor User Guide...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    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: 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 4: Declaration Of Conformity

    Declaration of Conformity This device complies with the requirements set out in the Council Directive on the Approximation of the Laws of the Member States relating to Electromagnetic Compatibility (2014/30/EU), Low-voltage Directive (2014/35/EU), ErP Directive (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, these harmonized standards published under Directives of Official Journal of the European Union.
  • 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 WARNING Usage of other than specified head- or earphones can result in hearing loss due to excessive sound pressures. Please confirm the distribution system in building installation shall provide the circuit breaker rated 120/240V, 20A (maximum). If provided with a 3-pin attachment plug on the power cord, plug the cord into a grounded (earthed) 3-pin outlet. Do not disable the power cord grounding pin, for example, by attaching a 2-pin adapter.
  • Page 7 0.01% by weight in homogenous materials for cadmium, except of exemptions listed in Schedule 2 of the Rule. ASUS CONTACT INFORMATION ASUSTeK Computer Inc. ASUS Computer International (America) ASUS Computer GmbH (Germany and Austria) Address 1F., No. 15, Address 48720 Kato Rd, Fremont, Address Harkortstr.
  • Page 8: 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 9: Where To Find More Information

    Refer to 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.
  • Page 10: Welcome

    ® Thank you for purchasing the ASUS LCD monitor! The latest widescreen LCD 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...
  • Page 11: Assembling The Monitor

    Assembling the monitor To assemble the monitor: Align the screw hole on the arm with the bundled screw on the base. Then insert the base into the arm. Fix the base to the arm by fastening the bundled screw. *Screw size:M4 x 8mm *Base screw size:M6 x 18mm Chapter 1: Product Introduction...
  • Page 12: Connect Cables

    Connect cables 1.4.1 Rear of the LCD monitor AC-IN Port DP - in Port HDMI Port Earphone - out Port Kensington Lock ASUS LCD Monitor VG279QE5A Series...
  • Page 13: Monitor Introduction

    Monitor introduction 1.5.1 Using the Controls button Use the control button on the back of the monitor to adjust the image settings. Power Indicator: • The color definition of the power indicator is as the below table. Status Description White Amber Standby mode Power Button:...
  • Page 14 Dynamic Crosshair 30:00 40:00 50:00 60:00 90:00 Close Button: • Exit the OSD menu. (5-way) Button: • Turn on the OSD menu. Enact the selected OSD menu item. • Increase/Decrease values or moves your selection up/down/left/right ASUS LCD Monitor VG279QE5A Series...
  • Page 15: 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. • You can adjust the monitor’s angle from +23˚ to -5˚ . ASUS LCD Monitor VG279QE5A Series...
  • Page 16: Detaching The Arm/Stand (For Vesa Wall Mount)

    Detaching the arm/stand (for VESA wall mount) The detachable stand of this monitor is specially designed for VESA wall mount. To detach the arm/stand Disconnect power and signal cables. Carefully put the front of the monitor face down on a clean table coverd with a soft cloth to avoid damage.
  • Page 17: Outline Dimension

    Outline dimension Unit: mm 257.64 100.00 257.64 59.54 615.29 13.76 2.88 59.77 192.55 456.05 ASUS LCD Monitor VG279QE5A Series...
  • Page 18: Osd (On-Screen Display) Menu

    Press the Center key to enter the slide bar and then use the  or  buttons, according to the indicators on the menu, to make your changes. Press the ◄/► to move left / right menu. ASUS LCD Monitor VG279QE5A Series...
  • Page 19: Osd Function Introduction

    3.1.2 OSD Function Introduction Gaming This function contains seven sub-functions that you can select for your preference. 1920 x 1080 Input Select GameVisual Brightness ASUS TUF GAMING Racing Mode 144Hz HDMI VG279QE5A Overclocking Gaming Variable OD Variable Refresh Rate Image...
  • Page 20 • Blue Light Filter: Adjust the energy level of blue light emitted from LED backlight. • VividPixel: ASUS Exclusive Technology that brings lifelike visuals for crystal-clear and detail-oriented enjoyment. The adjusting range is from 0 to 100. • When Blue Light Filter is activated,the default settings of Racing Mode will be automatically imported.
  • Page 21 Color Select the image color you like from this function. 1920 x 1080 Input Select GameVisual Brightness ASUS TUF GAMING Racing Mode 144Hz HDMI VG279QE5A Display Color Space Gaming Color Temp. Saturation Image Color Input Select MyFavorite Back Enter Exit Volume 50 •...
  • Page 22 OD”, “Brightness”, “Mute”, “Shadow Boost”, “Contrast”, “Input Select”, “Blue Light Filter”, “Color Temp.”, “Volume”, “Customized Setting-1”, “Customized Setting-2” and set as shortcut key. • Customized Setting : You can do your setting according to your favorite. ASUS LCD Monitor VG279QE5A Series...
  • Page 23 OSD Setup: Adjust the OSD Position, OSD Timeout, Transparency, and DDC/CI of the OSD screen. • ASUS Power Sync: Enables or disables the ASUS Power Sync function. To activate this function, please enable this function of the monitor via HDMI port.
  • Page 24 Please take a look at the ASUS website to check which devices are compatible with this function. To enable monitor to turn on and off the hardware or vise versa, please set up your computer BIOS by the following. •...
  • Page 25: Specifications

    3.2 Specifications Model VG279QE5A Panel Size 27”W (68.6cm) Max. Resolution 1920x1080@146Hz Brightness (Typ.) 300cd/m Intrinsic Contrast Ratio (Typ.) 1500:1 Viewing Angle (CR=10) 178°(V) /178°(H) Display Colors 16.7M colors (8bits) Color Saturation (Typ.) DCI-P3 90% / sRGB 125% Response Time 4ms (Gray to Gray), 1ms MPRT Satellite Speaker 2W x 2 stereo Earphone Output...
  • Page 26: Troubleshooting (Faq)

    • Adjust the R/G/B color settings or select the Color Temperature via OSD. No sound or sound is low • Adjust the volume settings of both your monitor and computer. • Make sure the computer sound card driver is properly installed and activated. ASUS LCD Monitor VG279QE5A Series...
  • Page 27: Supported Timing List

    Supported Timing List Support 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 1280x960-60Hz PC Timing 1280x720-60Hz PC Timing 1280x1024-60Hz PC Timing 1600x900-60Hz PC Timing 1920x1080-60Hz Video Timing 640x480-60Hz...
  • Page 28 Detail Timing 1920x1080-144Hz Detail Timing(overclocking) 1920x1080-146Hz * The modes not listed in the above tables may not be supported. For optimal resolution, we recommend that you choose a mode listed in the above tables. ASUS LCD Monitor VG279QE5A Series 3-11...

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