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.
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.
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.
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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.
® 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...
Monitor introduction 1.3.1 Front view Button: • GamePlus hotkey. Press to select and MENU to confirm the function needed. Button: • Automatically adjust the image to its optimized position, clock, and phase by long pressing this button for 2-4 seconds (for VGA mode only).
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Press this button to select input source. Power Button/Power Indicator: • Press this button to turn the monitor on/off. • The color definition of the power indicator is shown below. Status Description Blue Amber Standby mode ASUS VG278HR Series LCD Monitor...
1.3.2 Back view Rear connectors Kensington lock slot. AC-IN port: This port connects the power cord. VGA port: This 15-pin port is for PC VGA connection. DVI port: This 24-pin port is for PC (Personal Computer) DVI-D digital signal connection (support NVIDIA 3D Vision™).
: Exit / Off : Select MENU : OK GamePlus - Timer GamePlus - Timer - Position Position : Exit / Off : Select MENU : OK : Exit / Off : Select MENU : OK ASUS VG278HR Series LCD Monitor...
1.3.4 Experiencing 3D Virtual Effects This monitor is a 3D Vision ready LCD monitor supports PC timing up to 1920x1080@120Hz. To experience fully immersive stereoscopic 3D virtual effects, you will ® require an NVIDIA 3D Vision™ kit, a compatible NVIDIA-GPU graphics ®...
• Green: The battery is fully charged. • Red: The battery is running out, and needs recharge. • No Light: The battery is exhausted, and needs recharge immediately. Green On/Off Button Press button for battery status ASUS VG278HR Series LCD Monitor...
Fix with the screws to joint the base with the arm. You can easily tighten the screws by fingers. Remove the height adjustment lock from the arm. The height adjustment lock should NEVER be removed BEFORE you place the monitor VERTICALLY on a flat and clean table. ASUS VG278HR Series LCD Monitor...
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 base to prevent the monitor from falling when you change its angle.
Hold the stand while removing the screws. • The VESA wall mount kit ( 100 x 100 mm) is purchased separately. • Use only the UL Listed Wall Mount Bracket with minimum weight/load 33.2kg (Screw size: M4 x 10 mm). ASUS VG278HR Series LCD Monitor...
OSD (On-Screen Display) menu 3.1.1 How to configure VG278 Splendid Scenery Mode Color Standard Mode Image Theater Mode Input Select Game Mode System Setup Night View Mode sRGB Move Menu Exit Press [ ] button to activate the OSD menu. Press [ ] or [ ] button to navigate through the functions.
Mode: Compatible with sRGB color space. sRGB mode is the best choice for document editing. • In the Standard Mode, the Saturation and ASCR functions are not user- configurable. • In the other modes, the sRGB function is not user-configurable. ASUS VG278HR Series LCD Monitor...
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Color Set a desired color setting from this menu. VG278 Splendid Brightness Color Contrast Image Saturation Input Select Color Temp. User Mode System Setup Skin Tone Natural Smart View NVIDIA Lightboost Move Menu Exit • Brightness: The adjusting range is from 0 to 100. The button is a hotkey to activate this function.
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Aspect Control: Adjust the aspect ratio to “4:3”, “Full”, or “OverScan”. (The “OverScan” ratio is only available for HDMI input.) • ASCR: Turn on or off the ASCR (ASUS Smart Contrast Ratio) function. (Only available at Scenery Mode, Theater Mode, Game Mode, and Night View Mode.) •...
• Phase adjusts the phase of the pixel clock signal. With a wrong phase adjustment, the screen shows horizontal disturbances. • Clock (pixel frequency) controls the number of pixels scanned by one horizontal sweep. If the frequency is not correct, the screen shows vertical stripes and the image is not proportional.
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Language: There are 10 languages for your selection, including “English”, “French”, “German”, “Spanish”, “Italian”, “Dutch”, “Russian”, “Traditional Chinese”, “Simplified Chinese”, and “Japanese”. • Information: Shows the monitor information. • All Reset: Select “Yes” to restore the default settings. ASUS VG278HR Series LCD Monitor...
Full HD 1080P Pixel Pitch 0.311 mm Brightness (Typ.) 300 cd/m Contrast Ratio (Typ.) 1000:1 ASUS Smart Contrast Ratio (ASCR) 50,000,000:1 (with ASCR on) Viewing Angle (H/V) CR≧10 170°(H) /160°(V) Display Colors 16.7 M Response Time 2 ms (Gray to gray) Trace Free Technology SPLENDID™...
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711 x 540 x 227 mm (package) Weight (Esti.) 8.3 kg (Net); 12.1 kg (Gross) ® Regulation approvals Energy Star , ErP, UL/cUL, CB, CE, FCC, CCC, BSMI, Gost-R, C-Tick, VCCI, J-MOSS, PSB, RoHS, WEEE, Windows 7 WHQL *Specifications subject to change without notice. ASUS VG278HR Series LCD Monitor...
Troubleshooting (FAQ) Problem Possible Solution Power LED is not ON • Press the 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. The power LED lights amber and • Check if the monitor and the computer are in the there is no screen image...