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... of an HDMI cable to the HDMI port of the LCD monitor and the other end to the HDMI port of your computer. • One end of a DisplayPort cable to the DP port of the LCD monitor and the other end to the DP port of your computer and the LCD monitor. Plug the power cables of your computer. 2. Turn on your computer and the LCD monitor into a power outlet. 4. OSD Sidekick Installation Guide SOFTWARE INSTALLATION Preparation 1.
... of an HDMI cable to the HDMI port of the LCD monitor and the other end to the HDMI port of your computer. • One end of a DisplayPort cable to the DP port of the LCD monitor and the other end to the DP port of your computer and the LCD monitor. Plug the power cables of your computer. 2. Turn on your computer and the LCD monitor into a power outlet. 4. OSD Sidekick Installation Guide SOFTWARE INSTALLATION Preparation 1.
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After the driver installation is connected to the LCD monitor through a USB cable as described in step 1 in "Preparation" on the desktop. Double-click the icon to adjust the setting. - 8 - For more information, refer to the monitor user guide. • To make sure your computer is complete, the OSD Sidekick software shortcut icon appears on page 4. USING THE SOFTWARE OSD Sidekick Installation Guide Launching the Software IMPORTANT! Configuring the Settings Using the OSD Sidekick software, you...
After the driver installation is connected to the LCD monitor through a USB cable as described in step 1 in "Preparation" on the desktop. Double-click the icon to adjust the setting. - 8 - For more information, refer to the monitor user guide. • To make sure your computer is complete, the OSD Sidekick software shortcut icon appears on page 4. USING THE SOFTWARE OSD Sidekick Installation Guide Launching the Software IMPORTANT! Configuring the Settings Using the OSD Sidekick software, you...
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DD Set the GAMING TIMER setting to ON to enable displaying the refresh rate. OSD Sidekick Installation Guide Customizing the Game Assist Settings Configure the following Game Assist settings: DD Set the REFRESH RATE setting to ON to enable displaying the gaming timer. - DD Set the GAMING COUNTER setting to ON to set the countdown time. Click the q icon to set the gaming counter location on the screen to Left Top...
DD Set the GAMING TIMER setting to ON to enable displaying the refresh rate. OSD Sidekick Installation Guide Customizing the Game Assist Settings Configure the following Game Assist settings: DD Set the REFRESH RATE setting to ON to enable displaying the gaming timer. - DD Set the GAMING COUNTER setting to ON to set the countdown time. Click the q icon to set the gaming counter location on the screen to Left Top...
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... LIVE UPDATE to check and automatically update software when a new version is available every time you options to update the latest version. OSD Sidekick Installation Guide ABOUT View the current firmware and software version and give you open the app. Any interruption may cause the device to check for software updates and display a message when a new update is available. Note: Checking and updating software automatically requires Internet connection. - 23 - IMPORTANT! Set the Auto Update setting...
... LIVE UPDATE to check and automatically update software when a new version is available every time you options to update the latest version. OSD Sidekick Installation Guide ABOUT View the current firmware and software version and give you open the app. Any interruption may cause the device to check for software updates and display a message when a new update is available. Note: Checking and updating software automatically requires Internet connection. - 23 - IMPORTANT! Set the Auto Update setting...
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... can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the limits for radio noise emissions from that to which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the FCC Rules. LCD Monitor User's Manual SAFETY INFORMATION Regulatory...
... can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the limits for radio noise emissions from that to which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the FCC Rules. LCD Monitor User's Manual SAFETY INFORMATION Regulatory...
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...; Keep the plastic packaging bag for the product in a place that cannot be reached by children. • Before connecting the monitor to the power outlet, make sure that the voltage rating of the power cable is compatible with the power specification in the country where you are located. • The power cord plug must be connected to a properly wired and grounded power outlet. • Do not touch...
...; Keep the plastic packaging bag for the product in a place that cannot be reached by children. • Before connecting the monitor to the power outlet, make sure that the voltage rating of the power cable is compatible with the power specification in the country where you are located. • The power cord plug must be connected to a properly wired and grounded power outlet. • Do not touch...
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......10 Getting Started...12 Installing the Monitor Base 12 Adjusting the Viewing Angle 14 Installing a Wall-Mount Bracket (Optional 16 Making Connections...18 Using the Device...19 Turning the Power On/Off 19 Managing the Cables...20 User Comfort Recommendations 20 Selecting the Input Source 21 Operations...22 Quick Menu...22 Configure the Device Settings 27 Appendices...37 Specifications...37 Supported Timing List 38 Troubleshooting...39 Basic Care...40 Notes on USB Charging 40 GIGABYTE Service Information...
......10 Getting Started...12 Installing the Monitor Base 12 Adjusting the Viewing Angle 14 Installing a Wall-Mount Bracket (Optional 16 Making Connections...18 Using the Device...19 Turning the Power On/Off 19 Managing the Cables...20 User Comfort Recommendations 20 Selecting the Input Source 21 Operations...22 Quick Menu...22 Configure the Device Settings 27 Appendices...37 Specifications...37 Supported Timing List 38 Troubleshooting...39 Basic Care...40 Notes on USB Charging 40 GIGABYTE Service Information...
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If any of the monitor. - 9 - Monitor Monitor Base Power Cable HDMI Cable Cable Holder USB Cable Multilingual Installation Guide AORUS AD27QD Quick Start Guide DP Cable Warranty Card Warranty Card CD Note: Please keep the packaging box and packing materials for future transportation of them is missing, please contact your packaging box. LCD Monitor User's Manual Package Contents The following items come with your local dealer.
If any of the monitor. - 9 - Monitor Monitor Base Power Cable HDMI Cable Cable Holder USB Cable Multilingual Installation Guide AORUS AD27QD Quick Start Guide DP Cable Warranty Card Warranty Card CD Note: Please keep the packaging box and packing materials for future transportation of them is missing, please contact your packaging box. LCD Monitor User's Manual Package Contents The following items come with your local dealer.
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Raise the screen to portrait orientation. 90° - 15 - Rotate the monitor (90˚ clockwise) to the highest position (130mm). 130 mm Note: Before making the height adjustment, make sure you have removed the safety plate from the stand. 2. LCD Monitor User's Manual Changing the Screen Orientation 1.
Raise the screen to portrait orientation. 90° - 15 - Rotate the monitor (90˚ clockwise) to the highest position (130mm). 130 mm Note: Before making the height adjustment, make sure you have removed the safety plate from the stand. 2. LCD Monitor User's Manual Changing the Screen Orientation 1.
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... the Power LED remains off the monitor. Note: When the Main menu appears on the screen, you turn on the monitor. Refer to page 34. The Power LED will light in the Settings menu. Connect other end of the power cable to turn off after you can also turn on the monitor, please check the LED Indicator setting in white, indicating the monitor is ready to a power outlet. 3. LCD Monitor User's Manual USING THE DEVICE Turning the Power On/Off Power On 1. Connect...
... the Power LED remains off the monitor. Note: When the Main menu appears on the screen, you turn on the monitor. Refer to page 34. The Power LED will light in the Settings menu. Connect other end of the power cable to turn off after you can also turn on the monitor, please check the LED Indicator setting in white, indicating the monitor is ready to a power outlet. 3. LCD Monitor User's Manual USING THE DEVICE Turning the Power On/Off Power On 1. Connect...
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...Use adequate lighting for the type of work you are some tips for comfortable viewing of the monitor. 2. Press the cable clip firmly until it is at or slightly below your monitor: • Optimal viewing distances for at least for 10 minutes) every halfhour. • Be sure to position the monitor such that the top of the screen is fully seated. User... down (2) slowly roll your eye (3) move your monitor screen and focus on a far object for monitors range from your eyes diagonally. - 20 - Then route the connected cables through the clip. LCD Monitor User's Manual Managing the...
...Use adequate lighting for the type of work you are some tips for comfortable viewing of the monitor. 2. Press the cable clip firmly until it is at or slightly below your monitor: • Optimal viewing distances for at least for 10 minutes) every halfhour. • Be sure to position the monitor such that the top of the screen is fully seated. User... down (2) slowly roll your eye (3) move your monitor screen and focus on a far object for monitors range from your eyes diagonally. - 20 - Then route the connected cables through the clip. LCD Monitor User's Manual Managing the...
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... Picture Display PIP/PBP System Reset All Aim Stabilizer Black Equalizer Super Resolution Low Blue Light Display Mode Overdrive FreeSync Overdrive Balance ON OFF Refresh Rate 60 HZ FreeSync ON Picture Mode Standard Exit Move/Adjust Enter/Confirm Item Description Aim Stabilizer When this function is activated. - 27 - Balance 60 HZ ON LCD Monitor User's Manual Picture Mode Standard r ON er ConfOiFgFure the Device Settings tion When the Main menu...
... Picture Display PIP/PBP System Reset All Aim Stabilizer Black Equalizer Super Resolution Low Blue Light Display Mode Overdrive FreeSync Overdrive Balance ON OFF Refresh Rate 60 HZ FreeSync ON Picture Mode Standard Exit Move/Adjust Enter/Confirm Item Description Aim Stabilizer When this function is activated. - 27 - Balance 60 HZ ON LCD Monitor User's Manual Picture Mode Standard r ON er ConfOiFgFure the Device Settings tion When the Main menu...
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... 10 is not compatible with TUV Low Blue Light Certification. Note: This option is optimized setting. It is enabled, it eliminates the screen lag and tearing while playing games. - 28 - Low Blue Light Reduce the amount of the screen. • Full: Scale the input image to fill the screen. Display Mode Select the aspect ratio of blue light exposure from the screen. • Level 0: No change. • Level...
... 10 is not compatible with TUV Low Blue Light Certification. Note: This option is optimized setting. It is enabled, it eliminates the screen lag and tearing while playing games. - 28 - Low Blue Light Reduce the amount of the screen. • Full: Scale the input image to fill the screen. Display Mode Select the aspect ratio of blue light exposure from the screen. • Level 0: No change. • Level...
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HDR OFF Brightness 80 Contrast 50 Gaming Picture Display PIP/PBP System Reset All Input HDMI RGB PC Range Overscan Sharpness 5 DisplayPort HDMI 1 HDMI 2 Gamma Gamma 3 Color Temperature Normal Picture Mode Standard Exit Move/Adjust Enter/Confirm Item Input HDMI RGB PC Range Overscan Description Select the input source. When this function is enabled, it slightly enlarges the input image to detect it automatically. Note: This option is only available for HDMI input. Note...
HDR OFF Brightness 80 Contrast 50 Gaming Picture Display PIP/PBP System Reset All Input HDMI RGB PC Range Overscan Sharpness 5 DisplayPort HDMI 1 HDMI 2 Gamma Gamma 3 Color Temperature Normal Picture Mode Standard Exit Move/Adjust Enter/Confirm Item Input HDMI RGB PC Range Overscan Description Select the input source. When this function is enabled, it slightly enlarges the input image to detect it automatically. Note: This option is only available for HDMI input. Note...
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... settings. LCD Monitor User's Manual HDR OFF Brightness 80 Contrast 50 Gaming OFF Picture PIP Display PBP PIP/PBP System Reset All Sharpness 5 Gamma Gamma 3 Color Temperature Normal Picture Mode Standard Exit Move/Adjust Enter/Confirm Item Description OFF Disable the PIP/PBP function. Note: PIP/PBP is not compatible with HDR and FreeSync functions. - 32 - PBP Display 1x1 split screen (left and right windows). • Source: Change the input source...
... settings. LCD Monitor User's Manual HDR OFF Brightness 80 Contrast 50 Gaming OFF Picture PIP Display PBP PIP/PBP System Reset All Sharpness 5 Gamma Gamma 3 Color Temperature Normal Picture Mode Standard Exit Move/Adjust Enter/Confirm Item Description OFF Disable the PIP/PBP function. Note: PIP/PBP is not compatible with HDR and FreeSync functions. - 32 - PBP Display 1x1 split screen (left and right windows). • Source: Change the input source...
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... OFF Brightness 80 Contrast 50 Gaming Picture Display PIP/PBP System Reset All RGB LED Headphone Audio Source OSD Setting Quick Switch Other Settings Sharpness 5 OFF Mode 1 Mode 2 Mode 3 Gamma Gamma 3 Color Temperature Normal Picture Mode Standard Exit Move/Adjust Enter/Confirm Item RGB LED Headphone Audio Source OSD Settings Description When this function is enabled, you select Auto detect, the system will check first whether the USB cable is set to detect it is connected, the audio input source is connected or not. LCD Monitor User's Manual System...
... OFF Brightness 80 Contrast 50 Gaming Picture Display PIP/PBP System Reset All RGB LED Headphone Audio Source OSD Setting Quick Switch Other Settings Sharpness 5 OFF Mode 1 Mode 2 Mode 3 Gamma Gamma 3 Color Temperature Normal Picture Mode Standard Exit Move/Adjust Enter/Confirm Item RGB LED Headphone Audio Source OSD Settings Description When this function is enabled, you select Auto detect, the system will check first whether the USB cable is set to detect it is connected, the audio input source is connected or not. LCD Monitor User's Manual System...
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... Blue Light, Volume, Input, Contrast, Brightness, and Picture Mode. The default setting of the hot keys as below: DD Up ( ): Black Equalizer DD Down ( ): Picture Mode DD Right ( ): Input DD Left ( ): Volume Other Settings • Resolution Notice: When this function is enabled, the recommended resolution message will automatically turn off after a certain amount of the hot keys. No Yes Quick Switch Assign the function of time. - 34 - LCD Monitor User's Manual Item OSD Settings (continue) Description • OSD Lock...
... Blue Light, Volume, Input, Contrast, Brightness, and Picture Mode. The default setting of the hot keys as below: DD Up ( ): Black Equalizer DD Down ( ): Picture Mode DD Right ( ): Input DD Left ( ): Volume Other Settings • Resolution Notice: When this function is enabled, the recommended resolution message will automatically turn off after a certain amount of the hot keys. No Yes Quick Switch Assign the function of time. - 34 - LCD Monitor User's Manual Item OSD Settings (continue) Description • OSD Lock...
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LCD Monitor User's Manual Item Description Other Settings • LED Indicator: By default, the LED indicator is switched off, the Power LED will remain off the Power LED. DD LED Indicator OFF: Turn off . • DisplayPort Ver.: Set the DisplayPort version to 1.1, 1.2, or 1.2+HDR. Note: • To enable the HDR effect for the DP port, you may need to set (continue) to configure this option based on the DisplayPort version supported by...
LCD Monitor User's Manual Item Description Other Settings • LED Indicator: By default, the LED indicator is switched off, the Power LED will remain off the Power LED. DD LED Indicator OFF: Turn off . • DisplayPort Ver.: Set the DisplayPort version to 1.1, 1.2, or 1.2+HDR. Note: • To enable the HDR effect for the DP port, you may need to set (continue) to configure this option based on the DisplayPort version supported by...
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LCD Monitor User's Manual APPENDICES Specifications Item Specifications Panel Size 27-inch Aspect Ratio 16:9 Resolution 2560 x 1440 Refresh Rate 144Hz LED Life 30000 hours (min.) Pixel Pitch 0.233 x 0.233 Response Time 1ms(MPRT) Brightness 350nits (typ.) / 280nits (min.) Contrast Ratio 1000:1 (typ.) Dynamic Contrast Ratio 12M:1 (typ.) Color Depth 1.073G Active Display area 596.736(H) x 335.664(V) Viewing Angle 178°(H) / 178°(V) Frequency 30~144Hz Input/Output Terminals 2x HDMI 2.0 1x DP...
LCD Monitor User's Manual APPENDICES Specifications Item Specifications Panel Size 27-inch Aspect Ratio 16:9 Resolution 2560 x 1440 Refresh Rate 144Hz LED Life 30000 hours (min.) Pixel Pitch 0.233 x 0.233 Response Time 1ms(MPRT) Brightness 350nits (typ.) / 280nits (min.) Contrast Ratio 1000:1 (typ.) Dynamic Contrast Ratio 12M:1 (typ.) Color Depth 1.073G Active Display area 596.736(H) x 335.664(V) Viewing Angle 178°(H) / 178°(V) Frequency 30~144Hz Input/Output Terminals 2x HDMI 2.0 1x DP...
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... input source. Refer to page 23 or 33. • Check the Audio Source setting. Refer to page 33. • Adjust your computer. LCD Monitor User's Manual Troubleshooting Problem No power No image appears on the screen The image does not fill the entire screen The colors are distorted No sound or volume is low Possible Solution(s) • Make sure the power cable is properly connected to the power source and the monitor. • Check the cable and plug to make sure the USB cable...
... input source. Refer to page 23 or 33. • Check the Audio Source setting. Refer to page 33. • Adjust your computer. LCD Monitor User's Manual Troubleshooting Problem No power No image appears on the screen The image does not fill the entire screen The colors are distorted No sound or volume is low Possible Solution(s) • Make sure the power cable is properly connected to the power source and the monitor. • Check the cable and plug to make sure the USB cable...
