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Table of the product is defaced or missing. or (2) the serial number of contents Notices...iii Safety information iv Care & Cleaning v 1.1 Welcome 1-1 1.2 Package contents 1-1 1.3 Monitor introduction 1-2 1.3.1 Front view 1-2 1.3.2 Back view 1-4 2.1 Assembling the monitor base 2-1 2.2 Adjusting the monitor 2-2 2.3 Detaching the arm (for VESA wall mount 2-3 3.1 OSD (On-Screen Display) menu 3-1 3.1.1 How to infringe. IN NO EVENT SHALL ASUS, ITS DIRECTORS, OFFICERS, EMPLOYEES OR AGENTS BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL...
Table of the product is defaced or missing. or (2) the serial number of contents Notices...iii Safety information iv Care & Cleaning v 1.1 Welcome 1-1 1.2 Package contents 1-1 1.3 Monitor introduction 1-2 1.3.1 Front view 1-2 1.3.2 Back view 1-4 2.1 Assembling the monitor base 2-1 2.2 Adjusting the monitor 2-2 2.3 Detaching the arm (for VESA wall mount 2-3 3.1 OSD (On-Screen Display) menu 3-1 3.1.1 How to infringe. IN NO EVENT SHALL ASUS, ITS DIRECTORS, OFFICERS, EMPLOYEES OR AGENTS BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL...
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... Energy Star® guidelines for a Class B digital device, pursuant to which can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in a residential installation. As an Energy Star® Partner, our company has determined that to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is connected. • Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
... Energy Star® guidelines for a Class B digital device, pursuant to which can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in a residential installation. As an Energy Star® Partner, our company has determined that to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is connected. • Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
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... open the monitor cabinet. Contact a qualified service technician or your retailer. • The wall socket shall be installed near the equipment and shall be used for ventilation. Do not place the monitor in fire or electric shock. • Avoid dust, humidity, and temperature extremes. Safety information • Before setting up the monitor, carefully read all cables are correctly connected and the power cables...
... open the monitor cabinet. Contact a qualified service technician or your retailer. • The wall socket shall be installed near the equipment and shall be used for ventilation. Do not place the monitor in fire or electric shock. • Avoid dust, humidity, and temperature extremes. Safety information • Before setting up the monitor, carefully read all cables are correctly connected and the power cables...
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... fluorescent light. Turn off the Power Switch and turn off and unplug the power cord. Conventions used in completing a task. Turn your monitor off the Power Switch for use due to the nature of the monitor. The following symptoms are normal with the monitor: • The screen may be removed with a cloth dampened with a lint-free, non-abrasive cloth. The screen will recover slowly or you can turn it is displayed...
... fluorescent light. Turn off the Power Switch and turn off and unplug the power cord. Conventions used in completing a task. Turn your monitor off the Power Switch for use due to the nature of the monitor. The following symptoms are normal with the monitor: • The screen may be removed with a cloth dampened with a lint-free, non-abrasive cloth. The screen will recover slowly or you can turn it is displayed...
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ASUS VG278HE Series LCD Monitor 1-1 The latest widescreen LCD monitor from ASUS provides a crisper, broader, and brighter display, plus a host of features that the monitor brings you for the following items: LCD Monitor Power Cord VGA Cable DVI (Dual-Link) Cable 3.5mm Audio Cable Support CD Quick Start Guide Warranty Card If any of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your viewing experience. With these features, you can enjoy the convenience and delightful visual experience...
ASUS VG278HE Series LCD Monitor 1-1 The latest widescreen LCD monitor from ASUS provides a crisper, broader, and brighter display, plus a host of features that the monitor brings you for the following items: LCD Monitor Power Cord VGA Cable DVI (Dual-Link) Cable 3.5mm Audio Cable Support CD Quick Start Guide Warranty Card If any of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your viewing experience. With these features, you can enjoy the convenience and delightful visual experience...
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Button: • Press this button to automatically adjust the image to its optimized position, clock, and phase (for VGA mode only). 3. • • Button: Press this hotkey to switch from six video preset modes (Scenery Mode, Standard Mode, Theater Mode, Game Mode, Night View Mode, and sRGB ) with SPLENDID™ Video Intelligence Technology. • Exits the OSD menu or goes back to the next functions. 1.3 Monitor introduction 1.3.1 Front view 1 234 56 7 1. The Splendid, Contrast and Brightness adjustment functions...
Button: • Press this button to automatically adjust the image to its optimized position, clock, and phase (for VGA mode only). 3. • • Button: Press this hotkey to switch from six video preset modes (Scenery Mode, Standard Mode, Theater Mode, Game Mode, Night View Mode, and sRGB ) with SPLENDID™ Video Intelligence Technology. • Exits the OSD menu or goes back to the next functions. 1.3 Monitor introduction 1.3.1 Front view 1 234 56 7 1. The Splendid, Contrast and Brightness adjustment functions...
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.... Power Button/Power Indicator: • Press this button to turn the monitor on/off. • The color definition of the function selected or move to the previous function. Exits the hotkey OSD menu. 5. • • Button: Press this button to increase the value of the power indicator is activated. Input Select Button: • Press this button to select input source. 7. Status Blue Amber OFF Description ON Standby mode OFF ASUS VG278HE Series LCD Monitor 1-3 Brightness...
.... Power Button/Power Indicator: • Press this button to turn the monitor on/off. • The color definition of the function selected or move to the previous function. Exits the hotkey OSD menu. 5. • • Button: Press this button to increase the value of the power indicator is activated. Input Select Button: • Press this button to select input source. 7. Status Blue Amber OFF Description ON Standby mode OFF ASUS VG278HE Series LCD Monitor 1-3 Brightness...
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...-Out Jack: This 3.5mm stereo jack is for earphone audio connection. 1-4 Chapter 1: Product Introduction VGA port: This 15-pin port is for PC VGA connection. 4. PC Audio-In Jack: This 3.5mm stereo jack is for PC audio connection. 7. DVI port: This 24-pin port is for PC (Personal Computer) DVI-D digital signal connection. 1.3.2 Back view 1 23 4 5 67 Rear connectors 1. Kensington lock slot. 2. HDMI-IN port: This port is available 5. AC-IN port: This port connects the power cord. 3.
...-Out Jack: This 3.5mm stereo jack is for earphone audio connection. 1-4 Chapter 1: Product Introduction VGA port: This 15-pin port is for PC VGA connection. 4. PC Audio-In Jack: This 3.5mm stereo jack is for PC audio connection. 7. DVI port: This 24-pin port is for PC (Personal Computer) DVI-D digital signal connection. 1.3.2 Back view 1 23 4 5 67 Rear connectors 1. Kensington lock slot. 2. HDMI-IN port: This port is available 5. AC-IN port: This port connects the power cord. 3.
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You can easily tighten the screws by fingers. 3. Fix with the screws to the arm. 2. Attach the base to joint the base with the arm. ASUS VG278HE Series LCD Monitor 2-1 Remove the height adjustment lock from the arm. 1 2 3 The height adjustment lock should NEVER be removed BEFORE you place the monitor VERTICALLY on a flat and clean table. 2.1 Assembling the monitor base To assemble the monitor base: 1.
You can easily tighten the screws by fingers. 3. Fix with the screws to the arm. 2. Attach the base to joint the base with the arm. ASUS VG278HE Series LCD Monitor 2-1 Remove the height adjustment lock from the arm. 1 2 3 The height adjustment lock should NEVER be removed BEFORE you place the monitor VERTICALLY on a flat and clean table. 2.1 Assembling the monitor base To assemble the monitor base: 1.
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2.2 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. • You can tilt the monitor's from -5˚ to +15˚, swivel from left-to-right for 150˚, and lift the monitor's height for about 100mm. -5° ~ +15° 150° 150° 0° 100mm It is normal that the monitor slightly shakes while you adjust the viewing angle. 2-2 Chapter 2: Setup
2.2 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. • You can tilt the monitor's from -5˚ to +15˚, swivel from left-to-right for 150˚, and lift the monitor's height for about 100mm. -5° ~ +15° 150° 150° 0° 100mm It is normal that the monitor slightly shakes while you adjust the viewing angle. 2-2 Chapter 2: Setup
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... stand while removing the screws. • The VESA wall mount kit ( 100 x 100 mm) is specially designed for VESA wall mount. ASUS VG278HE Series LCD Monitor 2-3 Carefully put the front of this monitor is purchased separately. • Use only the UL Listed Wall Mount Bracket with soft cloth to prevent damage to its lowest height, and then insert the height adjustment lock. 3. To detach the arm: 1. Use a screwdriver to remove the four screwdrivers on a flat...
... stand while removing the screws. • The VESA wall mount kit ( 100 x 100 mm) is specially designed for VESA wall mount. ASUS VG278HE Series LCD Monitor 2-3 Carefully put the front of this monitor is purchased separately. • Use only the UL Listed Wall Mount Bracket with soft cloth to prevent damage to its lowest height, and then insert the height adjustment lock. 3. To detach the arm: 1. Use a screwdriver to remove the four screwdrivers on a flat...
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... change the settings of the selected 4. If there is a sub-menu in the function selected, press [ ] or [ ] button again to navigate through the sub-menu functions. Press [ ] or [ ] button to navigate through the functions. Highlight and activate the desired sub-menu function by pressing [ ] button. 3.1 3.1.1 OSD (On-Screen Display) menu How to activate the OSD menu. 2. Press [ ] button to configure VG278 Splendid Color Image Input Select System Setup Scenery Mode...
... change the settings of the selected 4. If there is a sub-menu in the function selected, press [ ] or [ ] button again to navigate through the sub-menu functions. Press [ ] or [ ] button to navigate through the functions. Highlight and activate the desired sub-menu function by pressing [ ] button. 3.1 3.1.1 OSD (On-Screen Display) menu How to activate the OSD menu. 2. Press [ ] button to configure VG278 Splendid Color Image Input Select System Setup Scenery Mode...
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ASUS VG278HE Series LCD Monitor 3-2 VG278 Splendid Color Image Input Select System Setup Scenery Mode Standard Mode Theater Mode Game Mode Night View Mode sRGB Move Menu Exit • Scenery Mode: The best choice for scenery photo display with SPLENDID™ Video Enhancement. • Standard Mode: The best choice for document editing with SPLENDID™ Video Enhancement. • Theater Mode: The best choice for movie with SPLENDID™ Video Enhancement. • Game Mode: The best choice for document editing...
ASUS VG278HE Series LCD Monitor 3-2 VG278 Splendid Color Image Input Select System Setup Scenery Mode Standard Mode Theater Mode Game Mode Night View Mode sRGB Move Menu Exit • Scenery Mode: The best choice for scenery photo display with SPLENDID™ Video Enhancement. • Standard Mode: The best choice for document editing with SPLENDID™ Video Enhancement. • Theater Mode: The best choice for movie with SPLENDID™ Video Enhancement. • Game Mode: The best choice for document editing...
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...R (Red), G (Green), and B (Blue) are user-configurable; VG278 Splendid Sharpness 50 Color Trace Free 60 Image Aspect Control Full Input Select ASCR OFF System Setup Position Focus Move Menu Exit 3-3 Chapter 3: OSD (On-Screen Display) Menu The button is a hotkey to activate this function. • Contrast: The adjusting range is from 0 to 100. • Saturation: The adjusting range is from 0 to 100. Color Set a desired color setting from this menu. VG278 Splendid Color Image Input Select System Setup Brightness Contrast Saturation Color Temp. Image Set the...
...R (Red), G (Green), and B (Blue) are user-configurable; VG278 Splendid Sharpness 50 Color Trace Free 60 Image Aspect Control Full Input Select ASCR OFF System Setup Position Focus Move Menu Exit 3-3 Chapter 3: OSD (On-Screen Display) Menu The button is a hotkey to activate this function. • Contrast: The adjusting range is from 0 to 100. • Saturation: The adjusting range is from 0 to 100. Color Set a desired color setting from this menu. VG278 Splendid Color Image Input Select System Setup Brightness Contrast Saturation Color Temp. Image Set the...
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... screen shows vertical stripes and the image is from 0 to 100. • Aspect Control: Adjust the aspect ratio to 100. (Only available for VGA input.) • Focus: Reduce Horizontal-line noise and Vertical-line noise of the pixel clock signal. With a wrong phase adjustment, the screen shows horizontal disturbances. • Clock (pixel frequency) controls the number of the image. ASUS VG278HE Series LCD Monitor 3-4 The adjusting range is from "VGA", "DVI", or "HDMI". • Sharpness: Adjust the picture sharpness. The adjusting range is...
... screen shows vertical stripes and the image is from 0 to 100. • Aspect Control: Adjust the aspect ratio to 100. (Only available for VGA input.) • Focus: Reduce Horizontal-line noise and Vertical-line noise of the pixel clock signal. With a wrong phase adjustment, the screen shows horizontal disturbances. • Clock (pixel frequency) controls the number of the image. ASUS VG278HE Series LCD Monitor 3-4 The adjusting range is from "VGA", "DVI", or "HDMI". • Sharpness: Adjust the picture sharpness. The adjusting range is...
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...; OSD Setup: • H-Position / V-Position: Adjusts the horizontal position (H-Position) or the vertical position (V-Position) of the OSD from 0 to 100. • OSD Timeout: Adjusts the OSD timeout from 10 to 120 seconds. • DDC/CI: Enables or disables the DDC/CI function. • Transparency: Adjusts the OSD background from 0 to restore the default settings. 3-5 Chapter 3: OSD (On-Screen Display) Menu 5. VG278 Splendid Color Image Input Select System Setup Splendid Demo Mode Volume ECO Mode OSD Setup Language Information All Reset OFF 50 OFF English Move Menu...
...; OSD Setup: • H-Position / V-Position: Adjusts the horizontal position (H-Position) or the vertical position (V-Position) of the OSD from 0 to 100. • OSD Timeout: Adjusts the OSD timeout from 10 to 120 seconds. • DDC/CI: Enables or disables the DDC/CI function. • Transparency: Adjusts the OSD background from 0 to restore the default settings. 3-5 Chapter 3: OSD (On-Screen Display) Menu 5. VG278 Splendid Color Image Input Select System Setup Splendid Demo Mode Volume ECO Mode OSD Setup Language Information All Reset OFF 50 OFF English Move Menu...
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3.2 Specifications Panel Type Panel Size Color Saturation(NTSC) True Resolution Full HD 1080P Pixel Pitch Brightness (Typ.) Contrast Ratio (Typ.) ASUS Smart Contrast Ratio (ASCR) Viewing Angle (H/V) CR≧10 Display Colors Response Time Trace Free Technology SPLENDID™ Video Enhancement SPLENDID™ Selection Skin-Tone Selection Color Temperature Selection HDCP Stereo Speaker Auto Adjustment Hotkey Brightness Adjustment Hotkey Volume Adjustment Hotkey Input Selection Hotkey PC Input PC Audio Input Video Input AV Audio Input Earphone Jack Chassis Colors Power LED Tilt Swivel Height ...
3.2 Specifications Panel Type Panel Size Color Saturation(NTSC) True Resolution Full HD 1080P Pixel Pitch Brightness (Typ.) Contrast Ratio (Typ.) ASUS Smart Contrast Ratio (ASCR) Viewing Angle (H/V) CR≧10 Display Colors Response Time Trace Free Technology SPLENDID™ Video Enhancement SPLENDID™ Selection Skin-Tone Selection Color Temperature Selection HDCP Stereo Speaker Auto Adjustment Hotkey Brightness Adjustment Hotkey Volume Adjustment Hotkey Input Selection Hotkey PC Input PC Audio Input Video Input AV Audio Input Earphone Jack Chassis Colors Power LED Tilt Swivel Height ...
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....25 W Standby: < 1 W (Typ.) Power Off: < 1 W 0˚C ~ +35˚C -20˚C ~ +60˚C 643 x 438 x 250 mm (machine) 711 x 227 x 540 mm (package) 8.1kg (Net); 11.6kg (Gross) Energy Star®, ErP, UL/cUL, CB, CE, FCC, CCC, Gost-R, C-Tick, VCCI, J-MOSS, PSB, RoHS, WEEE, Windows 7 WHQL *Specifications subject to change without notice. 3-7 Chapter 3: OSD (On-Screen Display) Menu
....25 W Standby: < 1 W (Typ.) Power Off: < 1 W 0˚C ~ +35˚C -20˚C ~ +60˚C 643 x 438 x 250 mm (machine) 711 x 227 x 540 mm (package) 8.1kg (Net); 11.6kg (Gross) Energy Star®, ErP, UL/cUL, CB, CE, FCC, CCC, Gost-R, C-Tick, VCCI, J-MOSS, PSB, RoHS, WEEE, Windows 7 WHQL *Specifications subject to change without notice. 3-7 Chapter 3: OSD (On-Screen Display) Menu
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... power outlet. The power LED lights amber and • Check if the monitor and the computer are bent. • Perform All Reset via OSD. • Adjust the R/G/B color settings or select the Color Temperature via OSD. 3.3 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 check if the computer is properly working. ASUS VG278HE Series LCD Monitor...
... power outlet. The power LED lights amber and • Check if the monitor and the computer are bent. • Perform All Reset via OSD. • Adjust the R/G/B color settings or select the Color Temperature via OSD. 3.3 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 check if the computer is properly working. ASUS VG278HE Series LCD Monitor...
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ASUS VG278HE Series LCD Monitor 3-10 Resolution 1920x1080* (DVI) 1920x1080* (DVI) 1920x1080* (DVI) 1920x1080* (DVI) 640x480P (HDMI) 720x480P (HDMI) 720x576P (HDMI) 1280x720P (HDMI) 1280x720P (HDMI) 1440x480P (HDMI) 1440x576P (HDMI) 1920x1080i (HDMI) 1920x1080i (HDMI) 1920x1080P (HDMI) 1920x1080P (HDMI) Refresh Rate 144Hz 100Hz 110Hz 120Hz 59.94/60Hz 59.94/60Hz 50Hz 50Hz 59.94/60Hz 59.94/60Hz 50Hz 50Hz 59.94/60Hz 50Hz 59.94/60Hz Horizontal...: you must select one of the "*" timing for enabling 3D or 144Hz feature with a compatible NVIDIA-GPU graphic card via Dual-link DVI cable connection.
ASUS VG278HE Series LCD Monitor 3-10 Resolution 1920x1080* (DVI) 1920x1080* (DVI) 1920x1080* (DVI) 1920x1080* (DVI) 640x480P (HDMI) 720x480P (HDMI) 720x576P (HDMI) 1280x720P (HDMI) 1280x720P (HDMI) 1440x480P (HDMI) 1440x576P (HDMI) 1920x1080i (HDMI) 1920x1080i (HDMI) 1920x1080P (HDMI) 1920x1080P (HDMI) Refresh Rate 144Hz 100Hz 110Hz 120Hz 59.94/60Hz 59.94/60Hz 50Hz 50Hz 59.94/60Hz 59.94/60Hz 50Hz 50Hz 59.94/60Hz 50Hz 59.94/60Hz Horizontal...: you must select one of the "*" timing for enabling 3D or 144Hz feature with a compatible NVIDIA-GPU graphic card via Dual-link DVI cable connection.
