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..., AND ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE AT ANY TIME WITHOUT NOTICE, AND SHOULD NOT BE CONSTRUED AS A COMMITMENT BY ASUS. ii Table 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 1.3.3 GamePlus Function 1-5 1.3.4 Experiencing 3D Virtual Effects 1-6 1.3.5 How to use your wireless 3D glasses...
..., AND ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE AT ANY TIME WITHOUT NOTICE, AND SHOULD NOT BE CONSTRUED AS A COMMITMENT BY ASUS. ii Table 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 1.3.3 GamePlus Function 1-5 1.3.4 Experiencing 3D Virtual Effects 1-6 1.3.5 How to use your wireless 3D glasses...
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... • Do not overload power strips and extension cords. This will not be easily accessible. iv The dangerous high voltages inside the monitor may become wet. Overloading can result in any damage, contact your retailer. • Before using the product, make sure all the ... have appropriate configured receptacles marked between 100-240V AC. • If you detect any area where it by yourself. Do not place the monitor in fire or electric shock. • Avoid dust, humidity, and temperature extremes. Contact a qualified service technician or your dealer immediately. •...
... • Do not overload power strips and extension cords. This will not be easily accessible. iv The dangerous high voltages inside the monitor may become wet. Overloading can result in any damage, contact your retailer. • Before using the product, make sure all the ... have appropriate configured receptacles marked between 100-240V AC. • If you detect any area where it by yourself. Do not place the monitor in fire or electric shock. • Avoid dust, humidity, and temperature extremes. Contact a qualified service technician or your dealer immediately. •...
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... is displayed for hours, an afterimage of the previous screen may remain after switching the image. When lifting or carrying the monitor, grasp the edges of the fluorescent light. Do not lift the display by yourself! Stubborn stains may be removed with a cloth dampened with a ... it may flicker during the initial use . • When the same image is better to the nature of the monitor. Turn your dealer or service center to complete a task. Clean the monitor surface with mild cleaner. • Avoid using a cleaner containing alcohol or acetone. The following symptoms are normal with ...
... is displayed for hours, an afterimage of the previous screen may remain after switching the image. When lifting or carrying the monitor, grasp the edges of the fluorescent light. Do not lift the display by yourself! Stubborn stains may be removed with a cloth dampened with a ... it may flicker during the initial use . • When the same image is better to the nature of the monitor. Turn your dealer or service center to complete a task. Clean the monitor surface with mild cleaner. • Avoid using a cleaner containing alcohol or acetone. The following symptoms are normal with ...
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... experience. The latest widescreen LCD monitor from ASUS provides a crisper, broader, and brighter display, plus a host of features that the monitor brings you can enjoy the convenience and delightful visual experience that enhance your retailer immediately. 1.1 Welcome! With these features, you ! 1.2 Package contents Check your package for purchasing the ASUS® LCD monitor! ASUS VG278HR Series LCD...
... experience. The latest widescreen LCD monitor from ASUS provides a crisper, broader, and brighter display, plus a host of features that the monitor brings you can enjoy the convenience and delightful visual experience that enhance your retailer immediately. 1.1 Welcome! With these features, you ! 1.2 Package contents Check your package for purchasing the ASUS® LCD monitor! ASUS VG278HR Series LCD...
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... the next functions. 1-2 Chapter 1: Product Introduction The Splendid, Contrast and Brightness adjustment functions will be temporarily disabled while 3D function is active. Press function needed. 1.3 Monitor introduction 1.3.1 Front view 1 234 56 7 1. • 2. • • • Button: GamePlus hotkey.
... the next functions. 1-2 Chapter 1: Product Introduction The Splendid, Contrast and Brightness adjustment functions will be temporarily disabled while 3D function is active. Press function needed. 1.3 Monitor introduction 1.3.1 Front view 1 234 56 7 1. • 2. • • • Button: GamePlus hotkey.
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...; The color definition of the function selected or move to the previous function. Brightness hotkey 6. Status Blue Amber OFF Description ON Standby mode OFF ASUS VG278HR Series LCD Monitor 1-3 Exits the hotkey OSD menu. 5. • • Button: Press this button to select input source. 7. • Volume hotkey 4. • • Button: Press this button...
...; The color definition of the function selected or move to the previous function. Brightness hotkey 6. Status Blue Amber OFF Description ON Standby mode OFF ASUS VG278HR Series LCD Monitor 1-3 Exits the hotkey OSD menu. 5. • • Button: Press this button to select input source. 7. • Volume hotkey 4. • • Button: Press this button...
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.... Timer - To active GamePlus: 1. Press to select between Aimpoint and Timer function. 3. Position : Exit / Off : Select MENU : OK Position : Exit / Off : Select MENU : OK ASUS VG278HR Series LCD Monitor 1-5 Particularly, Aimpoint function is specially designed for users when playing different types of games. Aimpoint GamePlus Aimpoint (Practice Mode) Timer : Exit / Off : Select MENU...
.... Timer - To active GamePlus: 1. Press to select between Aimpoint and Timer function. 3. Position : Exit / Off : Select MENU : OK Position : Exit / Off : Select MENU : OK ASUS VG278HR Series LCD Monitor 1-5 Particularly, Aimpoint function is specially designed for users when playing different types of games. Aimpoint GamePlus Aimpoint (Practice Mode) Timer : Exit / Off : Select MENU...
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...NVIDIA® 3D Vision™ kit, a compatible NVIDIA-GPU graphics card, and a computer with a DVI(Dual link) or HDMI cable to the monitor and your 3D Vision compatible graphics card. 1-6 Chapter 1: Product Introduction The video formats supported for more information. You can use the HDMI cable only ...if your computer has an HDMI compliance graphics card that is properly connected the monitor and your computer. Please visit NVIDIA website (http://www.nvidia. com/) for 3D vision of HDMI input are "Frame Packing", "Side by...
...NVIDIA® 3D Vision™ kit, a compatible NVIDIA-GPU graphics card, and a computer with a DVI(Dual link) or HDMI cable to the monitor and your 3D Vision compatible graphics card. 1-6 Chapter 1: Product Introduction The video formats supported for more information. You can use the HDMI cable only ...if your computer has an HDMI compliance graphics card that is properly connected the monitor and your computer. Please visit NVIDIA website (http://www.nvidia. com/) for 3D vision of HDMI input are "Frame Packing", "Side by...
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.... Green Red On/Off Button Press button for this 3D glasses. USB Connection Used to turn on or off the power for battery status ASUS VG278HR Series LCD Monitor 1-7 You may check the built-in battery status by examing the light: • Green: The battery is fully charged. • Red: The battery is...
.... Green Red On/Off Button Press button for this 3D glasses. USB Connection Used to turn on or off the power for battery status ASUS VG278HR Series LCD Monitor 1-7 You may check the built-in battery status by examing the light: • Green: The battery is fully charged. • Red: The battery is...
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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. Fix with the screws to the arm. 2. 2.1 Assembling the monitor base To assemble the monitor base: 1. ASUS VG278HR Series LCD Monitor 2-1 You can easily tighten the screws by fingers. 3. Attach the base to joint the base with the arm.
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. Fix with the screws to the arm. 2. 2.1 Assembling the monitor base To assemble the monitor base: 1. ASUS VG278HR Series LCD Monitor 2-1 You can easily tighten the screws by fingers. 3. Attach the base to joint the base with the arm.
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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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ASUS VG278HR Series LCD Monitor 2-3 Lower the monitor to its lowest height, and then insert the height adjustment lock. 3. Use a screwdriver to remove the four screwdrivers on a flat and clean table. 4. To detach the arm: 1. Carefully put the front of this monitor is purchased separately. • Use only the UL...designed for VESA wall mount. 2.3 Detaching the arm (for VESA wall mount) The detachable arm of the monitor face down on the arm, and then detach the arm from the monitor. • We recommend that you cover the table surface with minimum weight/load 33.2kg (Screw size...
ASUS VG278HR Series LCD Monitor 2-3 Lower the monitor to its lowest height, and then insert the height adjustment lock. 3. Use a screwdriver to remove the four screwdrivers on a flat and clean table. 4. To detach the arm: 1. Carefully put the front of this monitor is purchased separately. • Use only the UL...designed for VESA wall mount. 2.3 Detaching the arm (for VESA wall mount) The detachable arm of the monitor face down on the arm, and then detach the arm from the monitor. • We recommend that you cover the table surface with minimum weight/load 33.2kg (Screw size...
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... Standard Mode, the Saturation and ASCR functions are not userconfigurable. • In the other modes, the sRGB function is not user-configurable. 3.1.2 OSD Function Introduction 1. ASUS VG278HR Series LCD Monitor 3-2
... Standard Mode, the Saturation and ASCR functions are not userconfigurable. • In the other modes, the sRGB function is not user-configurable. 3.1.2 OSD Function Introduction 1. ASUS VG278HR Series LCD Monitor 3-2
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... Ratio) function. (Only available at Scenery Mode, Theater Mode, Game Mode, and Night View Mode.) • 3D Mode Selection (Only available for VGA input.) ASUS VG278HR Series LCD Monitor 3-4 Image Set the image related setting from 0 to 100. (Only available for VGA input.) • Focus: Reduce Horizontal-line noise and Vertical-line noise...
... Ratio) function. (Only available at Scenery Mode, Theater Mode, Game Mode, and Night View Mode.) • 3D Mode Selection (Only available for VGA input.) ASUS VG278HR Series LCD Monitor 3-4 Image Set the image related setting from 0 to 100. (Only available for VGA input.) • Focus: Reduce Horizontal-line noise and Vertical-line noise...
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... Scenery Mode, Theater Mode, Game Mode, and Night View Mode.) • Volume: Adjusts the speaker and earphone output volume level. ASUS VG278HR Series LCD Monitor 3-6 Its brightness is lower than that when setting the Contrast Ratio to 100.) • OSD Setup: • H-Position / ... "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. The adjusting range is ON. VG278 Splendid Color Image Input Select System ...
... Scenery Mode, Theater Mode, Game Mode, and Night View Mode.) • Volume: Adjusts the speaker and earphone output volume level. ASUS VG278HR Series LCD Monitor 3-6 Its brightness is lower than that when setting the Contrast Ratio to 100.) • OSD Setup: • H-Position / ... "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. The adjusting range is ON. VG278 Splendid Color Image Input Select System ...
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... 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 3-8
... 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 3-8
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... connected to pattern is present in the there is no screen image ON mode. • Make sure the signal cable is properly connected the monitor and the computer. • Inspect the signal cable and make sure that may cause electrical interference. Screen image has color defects (white does ...not look white) • Inspect the signal cable and make sure none of the pins are in the image the monitor and the computer. • Move away electrical devices that none of wireless 3D glasses is 1920x1080 at 120Hz, 110Hz or 100Hz. For HDMI source...
... connected to pattern is present in the there is no screen image ON mode. • Make sure the signal cable is properly connected the monitor and the computer. • Inspect the signal cable and make sure that may cause electrical interference. Screen image has color defects (white does ...not look white) • Inspect the signal cable and make sure none of the pins are in the image the monitor and the computer. • Move away electrical devices that none of wireless 3D glasses is 1920x1080 at 120Hz, 110Hz or 100Hz. For HDMI source...