Asus ROG SWIFT PG27UQR Manual

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.
• Cleaning. Turn your monitor off and unplug the power cord. Clean the monitor surface with a lint-free, non-abrasive cloth. Stubborn stains may be removed with a cloth dampened with mild cleaner.
• Avoid using a cleaner containing alcohol or acetone. Use a cleaner intended for use with the monitor. Never spray cleaner directly on the screen, as it may drip inside the monitor and cause an electric shock.

The following symptoms are normal with the monitor:

• The screen may flicker during the initial use due to the nature of the fluorescent light. Turn off the Power Switch and turn it on again to make sure that the flicker disappears.
• You may find slightly uneven brightness on the screen depending on the desktop pattern you use.
• When the same image is displayed for hours, an afterimage of the previous screen may remain after switching the image. The screen will recover slowly or you can turn off the Power Switch for hours.
• When the screen becomes black or flashes, or cannot work anymore, contact your dealer or service center to fix it. Do not repair the screen by yourself!

Conventions used in this guide

Information to prevent injury to yourself when trying to complete a task.

Information to prevent damage to the components when trying to complete a task.

Information that you MUST follow to complete a task.

NOTE: Tips and additional information to aid in completing a task.

Where to find more information
Refer to the following sources for additional information and for product and software updates.

1. ASUS websites
   The ASUS websites worldwide provide updated information on ASUS hardware and software products. Refer to http://www.asus.com
2. 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.
3. About Flicker https://www.asus.com/Microsite/display/eye_care_technology/

Product Introduction

Package contents

Check your package for the following items:

LCD monitor

Monitor base

Quick start guide

Warranty card

Power adapter

Power cord

DP cable

HDMI cable

USB cable

Input/Output port cover

Color calibration testing report

ROG welcome card with envelope

ROG sticker

If any of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer immediately.

If you need to replace the power cord or the connection cable(s), please contact ASUS customer service

Monitor introduction

Front/Side view

1. 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" message.

2. button

• Exits the OSD menu item.
• Toggles the Key Lock function between on and off with a long press for 5 seconds.
• Turns on the OSD menu when the monitor enters standby mode or displays the "NO SIGNAL" message.

3. button

• Default: GamePlus.
• To change the shortcut function, go to the Shortcut > Shortcut 1 menu.
• Turns on the OSD menu when the monitor enters standby mode or displays the "NO SIGNAL" message.

4. button

• Default: GameVisual.
• To change the shortcut function, go to the Shortcut > Shortcut 2 menu.
• Turns on the OSD menu when the monitor enters standby mode or displays the "NO SIGNAL" message.

5. Power button/power indicator

• Turns the monitor on/off.
• The color definition of the power indicator is as the below table.

Back view

1. DC IN port. This port connects the power cord.
2. HDMI-1 port. This port is for connection with an HDMI compatible device.
3. HDMI-2 port. This port is for connection with an HDMI compatible device.
4. DisplayPort-1. This port is for connection for a DisplayPort compatible device.
5. DisplayPort-2. This port is for connection for a DisplayPort compatible device.
6. USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-B. This port is for connection with a USB upstream cable. The connection enables the USB ports on the monitor.
7. USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A. These ports are for connection with USB devices, such as USB keyboard/mouse, USB flash drive, etc.
8. Earphone jack. This port is only available when an HDMI/DisplayPort cable is connected.
9. Kensington lock slot.
10. Control buttons.

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. 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. Display Alignment displays alignment lines on 4 sides of the screen, serving as an easy and handy tool for you to line up multiple monitors perfectly.

To activate GamePlus:

1. Press the GamePlus hotkey.
2. Move the )button up/down to select among different functions.
3. Press the )button or move the )button right to confirm the function you choose, and move the ( ) button up/down to navigate through the settings. Move the )button left to go back, off, and exit.
4. Highlight the desired setting and press the ) ) button to activate it.
   Press the button to inactivate it.
   

GameVisual function

The GameVisual function helps you select among different picture modes in a convenient way.

To activate GameVisual:

1. Press the GameVisual shortcut button
2. Move the ) button up/down to highlight a desired setting.
3. Press the ) button or move the button right to activate it.
4. To exit the menu, move the ) button left.

• Scenery Mode: This is the best choice for scenery photo displaying with GameVisual^TM Video intelligence Technology.
• Racing Mode: This is the best choice for racing game playing with GameVisual^TM Video intelligence Technology.
• Cinema Mode: This is the best choice for movie watching with GameVisual^TM Video intelligence Technology.
• RTS/RPG Mode: This is the best choice for Real-Time Strategy (RTS)/ Role-Playing Game (RPG) playing with GameVisual^TM Video intelligence Technology.
• FPS Mode: This is the best choice for First Person Shooter game playing with GameVisual^TM Video intelligence Technology.
• sRGB Mode: This is the best choice for viewing photos and graphics from PCs.
• MOBA Mode: This is the best choice for multiplayer online battle arena game playing with GameVisual™ Video intelligence Technology.
• User Mode: More items are adjustable in the Color menu.

• In the Racing mode, the following function(s) are not user-configurable: ASCR, Saturation, VividPixel.
• In the sRGB mode, the following function(s) are not user-configurable: Color Temp., Brightness, Contrast, ASCR, Saturation, Gamma, VividPixel.
• In the Scenery mode, the following function(s) are not user-configurable: Gamma., Shadow Boost.
• In the Cinema mode, the following function(s) are not user-configuration: Shadow Boost.
• In the MOBA mode, the following function(s) are not user-configuration: ASCR, Saturation, VividPixel, Shadow Boost.

HDR

The monitor supports HDR format. When detecting HDR content, an "HDR ON" message will pop up and display in the OSD menu.

When displaying HDR content, the following function(s) are not available: ELMB, GameVisual, Shadow Boost, Brightness, Contrast, ASCR, Dynamic Dimming, Blue Light Filter, Color Temp., Gamma, Saturation.

Assembling the monitor arm/base

1. Insert the base into the arm.
2. 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.

• Arranging the cables
  
• Using the input/output port cover: the cover can be attached or detached.
  

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.
• The recommended adjusting angle is +20˚ to -5˚ (for tilt)/+25˚ to -25˚ (for swiveling)/+100 mm (for height adjustment).

It is normal that the monitor slightly shakes while you adjust the viewing angle.

Pivoting the monitor

1. Lift the monitor to the highest position.
2. Tilt the monitor to its maximum angle.
3. Pivot the monitor clockwise to the angle you need.

It is normal that the monitor slightly shakes while you adjust the viewing angle.

Detaching the arm (for VESA wall mount)

The detachable arm of this monitor is specially designed for VESA wall mount.

To detach the arm:

1. Have the front of the monitor face down on a table.
2. Use a screwdriver to remove the covers on where the monitor and the arm meet.
3. Loosen the four screws on the back of the monitor and remove the arm/ base.

We recommend that you cover the table surface with soft cloth to prevent damage to the monitor.

• The VESA wall mount kit (100 x 100 mm) is purchased separately.
• Use only the UL Listed Wall Mount Bracket with minimum weight/load 22.7kg (Screw size: M4 x 10 mm)

Connecting the cables

Connect the cables as the following instructions:

• To connect the power cord:

1. Connect the power adapter securely to the monitor's DC IN input.
2. Connect one end of the power cord to the power adapter and the other end to a power outlet.

• To connect the DisplayPort/HDMI cable:

1. Plug one end of the DisplayPort/HDMI cable to the monitor's DisplayPort/ HDMI port.
2. Connect the other end of the DisplayPort/HDMI cable to your computer's DisplayPort/HDMI port.

• To use the earphone: connect the end with plug type to the monitor's earphone jack.
• To use the USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports: Take the supplied USB 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 port. Make sure your computer is installed with the lastest Windows 10/Windows 11 operating system. That will enable the USB ports on the monitor to work.

When these cables are connected, you can choose the desired signal from the Input Select item in the OSD menu.

If you need to replace the power cord or the connection cable(s), please contact ASUS customer service.

Turning on the monitor

Press the power button. See the location of the power button. The power indicator lights up in white to show that the monitor is ON.

OSD (On-Screen Display) menu

How to reconfigure

OSD function introduction

1. Gaming
   

• Variable OD: Improves the gray level response time of the LCD panel.
  This function is not available when ELMB is enabled.
• Adaptive-Sync (DP)/ Variable Refresh Rate: Allows an Adaptive-Sync 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.
  To activate Adaptive-Sync (DP)/ Variable Refresh Rate, turn off ELMB function first.
  *Adaptive-Sync (DP)/ Variable Refresh Rate can only be activated within 48Hz~160Hz for HDMI, and 48Hz~160Hz for DisplayPort.
  *For supported GPUs, minimum PC system and driver requirements, please contact the GPU manufactures.
• ELMB/ELMB SYNC: ELMB can only be activated when Adaptive-Sync (DP)/ Variable Refresh Rate is Off and the refresh rate is 120Hz, 144Hz, 150Hz or 160Hz. ELMB SYNC allows you to turn on the function when daptive-Sync (DP)/ Variable Refresh Rate is On. This function eliminates screen tearing, reduces ghosting and motion blur when playing games.
• GamePlus: See GamePlus Function for details.
• GameVisual: See GameVisual Function for details.
• Shadow Boost: Dark color enhancement adjusts monitor gamma curve to enrich the dark tones in an image, making dark scenes and objects much easier to be seen.

This function is only available in Racing mode, RTS/RPG mode, FPS mode, sRGB mode, or User mode.

2. Image
   

• Brightness: The adjusting range is from 0 to 100.
• Contrast: The adjusting range is from 0 to 100.
• VividPixel: This function enhances the outline of the displayed picture and generates high-quality images on screen.
• 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.
• Dynamic Dimming: Synchronizes with contents while contrast changing to execute backlight dynamic dimming.
• ASCR: Turns on/off the ASCR (ASUS Smart Contrast Ratio) function.

This function is not available (set as OFF) when Dynamic Dimming is enabled.

• Aspect Control: Adjusts the aspect ratio to Full or 4:3.
• Blue Light Filter:
  • Level 0: 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. Between Level 1 to Level 3, the Brightness function is user-configurable. Level 4 is an optimized setting. It is in compliance with TUV Low Blue Light Certification. The Brightness function is not user-configurable.

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.
• To minimize eye strain and dryness in your eyes, you should rest the eye periodically by focusing on objects that are far away.
• 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). Blue light Filter reduces 70% (max.) harmful blue light to avoid CVS (Computer Vision Syndrome).

3. Color
   

• Color Temp.: Contains 4 modes including Cool, Normal, Warm, and User Mode.
• Saturation: The adjusting range is from 0 to 100.
• Gamma: Allows you to set the color mode to 2.5, 2.2, or 1.8.

4. Input Select
   In this function, you can select your desired input source.
   

• Auto Input Detection: When enabled, the system will automatically select the latest inserted I/O port.
• HDMI-1, HDMI-2, DisplayPort-1, DisplayPort-2: Manually selects the input source.

5. Lighting Effect
   

• 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. You can manually change the R/G/B/C/M/Y color for Static, Breathing, and Strobing modes.

This function is not available when Aura Sync is enabled.

6. MyFavorite
   

• Shortcut:
  • Shortcut 1/Shortcut 2: Sets the shortcut functions for shortcut buttons.

When a certain function is selected or activated, your shortcut button may not support. Available function choices: GamePlus, GameVisual, Brightness, Mute, Shadow Boost, Contrast, Input Select, HDR, Blue Light Filter, Variable OD, Customized Setting-1 (Load), Customized Setting-2 (Load)

• Customized Setting: Loads/Saves all settings on the monitor.

7. System Setup

• Language: There are 22 languages for your selection, including English, French, German, Italian, Spanish, Dutch, Portuguese, Russian, Czech, Croatian, Polish, Romanian, Hungarian, Turkish, Simplified Chinese, Traditional Chinese, Japanese, Korean, Thai, Indonesian, Persian, Ukrainian.
• Sound: Sets the sound related settings from this menu.
  • Volume (Earphone Out): 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.

• Power Indicator: Turns the power LED indicator on/off.
• Power Key Lock: Enables or disables the power key.
• Key Lock: To disable all function keys. Press over 5 seconds to cancel the key lock function.
• Power Setting:
  • Standard Mode: Standard mode setting may result in higher power consumption.
  • Power Saving Mode: Power saving mode may cause limited luminance performance.

Certain functions that consumes power will be disabled when Power Saving Mode is selected. If you wish to enable the functions, choose Standard Mode.

Please turn off HDR function before activating the Power Saving Mode.

• OSD Setup:
  • Adjusts the OSD timeout from 10 to 120 seconds.
  • Enables or disables the DDC/CI function.
  • Adjusts the OSD background from opaque to transparent.
• DisplayPort Ver.: Compatibility with graphic card. Select DisplayPort 1.1, DisplayPort 1.2, or DisplayPort 1.4 by graphic card DP version.

Adaptive-Sync (DP)/ Variable Refresh Rate is only available when DisplayPort 1.4 is selected.

• Information: Shows the monitor information.
• All Reset: Selecting "Yes" allows you to restore the default settings.

Aura

Armoury Crate is a software program that controls the colorful LEDs on supported devices, such as monitors, motherboards, graphic cards, desktop PCs, etc. Aura allows you to adjust the color of the RGB LEDs on these devices and select different light effects. You can also correct or adjust the color of the LEDs by calibrating them.

To activate Aura:

1. Turn ON theAura Sync function in the OSD menu.
2. Connect the USB 3.2 Gen 1 upstream port of the monitor to the USB port of your computer.
3. Install Armoury Crate and then restart the computer.
4. Execute Armoury Crate.

Below is the overview of this program.

• If the USB upstream connection between the monitor and computer is disconnected, to resume the Aura function, you need to re-connect the USB 3.2 Gen 1 upstream port of the monitor to the computer and then restart the computer.
• Visit https://rog.asus.com/innovation/armoury_crate/ for more details.

Specifications summary

*Specifications are subject to change without notice.

**Measuring a screen brightness of 200 nits without audio/USB/Card reader connection.

Outline dimensions

Troubleshooting (FAQ)

Supported operating mode

HDMI input

Note: Do not support interlace.

DisplayPort input

Note: Do not support interlace and color gamut YUV420.